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Mildred Barrett Missing Person Case

Last seen in Orange, California on Apr 12, 2002

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Victim Details

Oct 3, 2010

May 11, 2022

Mildred

Barrett

84

60

60 inches

63 inches

125 lbs

135 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Apr 12, 2002

Orange

California

Orange County

9131

Orange County Sheriff's Department

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92703

550 North Flower Street, California

7146477000

County

Law Enforcement

www.ocsd.org

02075237

Orange County Sheriff's Department

Blond/Strawberry

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8335) and 6 other sources
Mildred Gayle Barrett, 60, was last seen on April 11, 2002, in Orange Park Acres, Orange County, California. Known by her middle name, "Gayle," she was living in the area at the time and attending Rancho Santiago College in Santa Ana, where she was an A student. On the day of her disappearance, Barrett missed several appointments with real estate agents and failed to attend her college classes. Her family quickly grew concerned as it was highly uncharacteristic for her to vanish without warning. Authorities were alerted, and an investigation was launched shortly after.

Barrett's vehicle, a forest green 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee with California license plate number 3STH532, has never been located, adding to the mystery surrounding her disappearance. Investigators suspect foul play may have been involved, but no conclusive leads have emerged over the years. Despite extensive efforts, her case remains unsolved, and her whereabouts are unknown.

Law enforcement, including the Orange County Sheriff's Department and the Santa Ana Police Department, continues to work on her case. Investigators have encouraged anyone with information to come forward, hoping for a breakthrough in this long-standing missing persons case.
Last Seen: Apr 12, 2002

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Mildred Gayle Barrett - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP8335 | NamUs
  • Mildred Gayle Barrett | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Woman and Her Car Missing for 2 Weeks - Los Angeles Times
  • 3192DFCA - Mildred Gayle Barrett - Doe Network
  • Mildred Gayle Barrett CA Plates 3STH532 Last Seen At ... - YouTube

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    82%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California - unidentified case UP62395
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California
    UP62395 • Found Oct 30, 2010
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'8"–5'0" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 97%95–110 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    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 100%Est. 50–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 20 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 100%140–150 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    Jane Doe — California
    UP3136 • Found Jun 27, 2003
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 81%Est. 65–75 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 85%102 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Sherman Oaks, California - unidentified case UP14607
    Jane Doe — Sherman Oaks, California
    UP14607 • Found Jan 1, 2007
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%42 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — California - unidentified case UP3023
    Jane Doe — California
    UP3023 • Found Jul 14, 2006
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 56–66 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%4'10" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 82%100 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Carlsbad, California - unidentified case UP128322
    Jane Doe — Carlsbad, California
    UP128322 • Found Aug 12, 2024
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 98%111 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Corona, California
    UP16684 • Found Mar 27, 2012
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 100%115 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP80466
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP80466 • Found Apr 26, 2021
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 100%115–130 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP8269
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP8269 • Found Sep 10, 2010
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 78%98 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP59708
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP59708 • Found Aug 24, 2019
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'0"–5'3"
    Weight 100%110–130 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond

    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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