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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP109502) and 7 other sources
Tawana Woods, a 38-year-old woman, was last seen on May 20, 2022, in Sacramento, California. She is described as a Black female, approximately 5'5" tall and weighing around 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Tawana has distinctive features, including a left earlobe that is not fully connected, which may have resulted from past piercings.

At the time of her disappearance, there were concerns that Tawana might be experiencing homelessness and may have been in a state of confusion due to medical conditions. She was last known to be in the area of Howe Avenue in Sacramento. Despite efforts by law enforcement and community members, there have been no significant leads in her case since her last sighting.

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation, and they encourage anyone with information about Tawana Woods to contact them directly. Her case highlights ongoing discussions about the need for better awareness and resources for missing Black women and girls, particularly in light of legislative efforts aimed at addressing this issue.

Last Seen: May 20, 2022

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

83%Moderate
Jane Doe — Courtland, California
UP139512 • Found Nov 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Gray 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.