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Paul Edward Pederson

Unclaimed

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

08/08/2026

  • 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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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...
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Date Found: 11/15/2023

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