Laurel Elizabeth Newquist was 51 at the time she was reported missing. She was last seen on September 14, 2006, in Sonora, California, and reported missing from Tuolumne County. At disappearance she was 5 feet 3 inches and about 120 pounds, wearing a fleece-lined denim jacket and carrying a black leather backpack.

Laurel has several distinctive tattoos: hearts and flowers on her back, a feather and the name Steve on her neck, and a tribal tattoo on her right arm. Few details are available about the circumstances of her disappearance, and authorities have not issued substantial updates; the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office is handling the case and her profile remains active in NamUs.

If anyone knew Laurel, saw her around Sonora on or after September 14, 2006, or has information about her tattoos or backpack, please contact the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office.