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James L. Henson

The person at the center of this case

James L. Henson

Case
#3017
SourceNamus MissingUpdated Jul 13, 2026
Thurston County Sheriff's Office
Missing Person · Open
31 years waiting · since 1995

Missing Person: James L. Henson

Justice for James L. Henson — the trail went cold in 1995, but the truth hasn't.

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Key leads to think about

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person
Lead #1

Where was Henson residing or staying in Olympia at the time of his disappearance?

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witness
Lead #2

Who were the last people to see or speak with Henson on February 23, 1995?

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clue
Lead #3

What circumstances surrounded his disappearance—was it voluntary or involuntary?

James L. Henson, a 56-year-old white male, was last seen in Olympia, Thurston County, Washington on February 23, 1995. He has been missing for nearly three decades with no confirmed sightings or resolution. The Thurston County Sheriff's Office continues to seek information from anyone who may have encountered Henson or have knowledge of his disappearance.

Case
#3017
SourceNamus MissingUpdated Jul 13, 2026
Thurston County Sheriff's Office

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Lead #4

Why has there been no contact or sightings in nearly 30 years?

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Official wording

Source Narrative

NamUs case MP53782. Missing person: James L.

Henson. Last known contact: 1995-02-23 in Olympia, Thurston, WA.

Circumstances: Henson was last seen in Thurston County, WA on February 23, 1995. Demographics: 56 years, Male, White / Caucasian.

Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 165 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Hazel. Investigating agency: Thurston County Sheriff's Office | 94028169.

Timeline of Events

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1995-02-23

Last Known Contact

James L. Henson was last seen in Thurston County, Washington

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Case Information

Incident:February 23, 1995
Last Updated:July 14, 2026

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Case Information

Incident:February 23, 1995
Last Updated:July 14, 2026

Have Information?

Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.

Phone: 3607865500
You can remain anonymous