Seattle, Washington – A Missing Indigenous Person Alert is active after a 20-year-old woman disappeared in Seattle, prompting an urgent search.
According to the Washington State Patrol, the alert was issued on behalf of the Seattle Police Department for Margaret Ewen, who was last seen near Aurora Avenue on April 1, 2026.
Authorities said Ewen is 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighs approximately 130 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. Officials noted she may be wearing a blond wig, and her clothing at the time of disappearance is unknown. No vehicle is associated with her case, and her direction of travel remains unclear.
The Washington State Patrol stated the alert is classified as an at-risk missing person case under the Missing Indigenous Person Alert (MIPA) system, which is used to help locate Indigenous individuals who may be in danger.
Police have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance but emphasize that public assistance is critical. Anyone who sees Ewen or has information about her whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately. A non-emergency contact number for the investigating agency is also available at 206-625-5011.
The alert may be especially relevant for commuters and residents traveling along Aurora Avenue, a major corridor where she was last seen.
The case remains active as authorities continue searching for leads.
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