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Paul Edward Pederson

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On November 15, 2023, a hiker exploring the serene trails of Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, Washington, stumbled upon an unforeseen discovery. The tranquil setting took a somber turn when the hiker spotted human remains concealed in the wooded area, prompting an immediate call to 911. Upon arrival, authorities began an investigation into the identity of the individual and the circumstances surrounding their untimely demise.

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has since taken respo ...Read More
Date Found: 11/15/2023

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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP113365

    • Victim Details

    2023-12-19T05:22:22.643

    2024-01-31T04:46:19.493

    113365

    UCP113365

    43615

    Paul

    Edward

    Pederson

    White / Caucasian

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    11/15/2023

    Tacoma

    Washington

    Pierce County

    98407

    No

    39852

    Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office

    Tacoma

    Washington

    Pierce County

    Kellie Jones

    Medicolegal Death Investigator

    3619 Pacific Avenue, , Tacoma, Washington

    2537986494

    County

    Medical Examiner

    233049

    Unknown

    Blue

    Blue

    06/01/2026

    • Clothing: A North face jacket, black hooded sweatshirt with AG logo, a dark hooded sweatshirt with logo “Mount St. Helen 1980", a hooded sweatshirt with front pockets and a “Fed Ex Ground” logo on the front, black pants - Nike brand, size small and a pair of dark pants which are brand Hathaway Port. Multiple socks. Dark Timberline brand shoes measure 12 inches long.


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