The person at the center of this case
Kierra Westine Barnett
Missing Person · Open
19 years waiting · since 2006
Missing Person: Kierra Westine Barnett
Justice for Kierra Westine Barnett — the trail went cold in 2006, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Investigation indicates criminal activity may be involved—what specific evidence or circumstances led investigators to this conclusion?
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witness
Lead #2Who was the last person to see or speak with Kierra on December 20th, and what were the circumstances of that contact?
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clue
Lead #3What investigative leads or tips have been received since her disappearance, and why has the case remained unsolved for nearly two decades?
Kierra Westine Barnett, a 21-year-old woman, disappeared in Edward, Beaufort County, North Carolina on December 20, 2006, and was reported missing five days later on December 25th. Investigators believe criminal activity may be involved in her disappearance, making this case particularly urgent. A $1,000 reward is being offered for information confirming her location, and anyone with details is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.
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NamUs case MP2466. Missing person: Kierra Westine Barnett.
Last known contact: 2006-12-20 in Edward, Beaufort, NC. Circumstances: On December 25, 2006, a family member reported that Kierra Westine Barnett, age 21, had not been seen or heard from since December 20th, 2006.
Investigation by the Sheriff's Office indicates that criminal activity may be involved in her disappearance. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000.00 reward for information that confirms her location.
Callers do not have to give their name, only their information Demographics: 21 years, Female, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 125 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Beaufort County Sheriff's Office | 06L03712.
Timeline of Events
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2006-12-20
Last Known Contact
Kierra Westine Barnett was last seen or heard from in Edward, Beaufort County, NC.
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2006-12-25
Reported Missing
Family member reported Kierra missing, five days after last contact.
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Case Information
Incident:December 20, 2006
Last Updated:June 10, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:December 20, 2006
Last Updated:June 10, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 2529467111
You can remain anonymous