
The person at the center of this case
Ruth Barbara Lee Goozmer
Justice for Ruth Barbara Lee Goozmer — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Ruth typically lives a homeless lifestyle—where might she seek shelter in winter conditions in Anchorage?
Did anyone see Ruth on or after January 7, 2026, in Anchorage or surrounding areas?
She was last seen wearing plaid black, white, and purple pajamas—has anyone spotted someone matching this description?
Ruth Barbara Lee Goozmer, a 30-year-old Alaska Native woman, left a family member's residence in Anchorage on January 7, 2026, and has not been seen since. She typically lives a homeless lifestyle, which complicates search efforts and increases vulnerability. Anyone who encountered Ruth or has information about her whereabouts is urged to contact the Anchorage Police Department immediately.
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What was the nature of Ruth's last contact with the family member, and did she mention where she was going?
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NamUs case MP156233. Missing person: Ruth Barbara Lee Goozmer.
Last known contact: 2026-01-07 in Anchorage, Anchorage, AK. Circumstances: Ruth left a family member's residence and never returned.
She usually lives a homeless lifestyle. Demographics: 30 years, Female, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 5 ft 2 in, 158 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Plaid black, white and purple pajamas.
Investigating agency: Anchorage Police Department | 260001159 | 2026-01-11.
Ruth left a family member's residence in Anchorage and never returned.
Anchorage Police Department initiated investigation and reported case to National Missing & Unidentified Persons System.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.