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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP120296) and 4 other sources
Katherine Urbanek, 62, was last seen on June 17, 2021, in Fontana, California. Her disappearance prompted an investigation, and authorities later found human remains in the backyard of a home in Fontana during the search for her. The remains were located after Fontana and Rialto police initiated a joint investigation into her case. Although the discovery of the remains raised suspicions, further forensic analysis was required to confirm whether they were Katherine's. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance and the discovery of the remains have led authorities to suspect foul play.

The case remains under investigation as law enforcement continues to seek any information that could provide more clarity on what happened to Katherine.

Last Seen: Jun 17, 2021

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Pacoima, California - unidentified case UP89562
Jane Doe — Pacoima, California
UP89562 • Found Dec 3, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 62
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 87%58 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'3" vs 5'0"
Weight 80%90–110 lb vs 75 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP94448
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP94448 • Found Jun 18, 2022
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Sex ✓Female
Age 87%Est. 50–60 vs 62 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%46 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 84%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'0"
Weight 0%140–150 lb vs 75 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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