Theresa Ann Bier
Missing since June 1, 1987 from Fresno, Fresno County, California.
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: April 16, 1971
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 16 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'5; 110 pounds
• Distinguishing Characteristics: White female. Brown hair; hazel eyes.
• Marks, Scars: Surgical scar on right lower leg
• Dentals: Front teeth protrude. Dental X-rays not available.
• Clothing: Blue jeans, white t-shirt, laced sandals
• AKA: Sam

Circumstances of Disappearance
Theresa Ann Bier, of Fresno has not been seen since she and Russell "Skip" Welch, 43, reportedly became separated in the mountains after they had gone to look for Sasquatch, the legendary creature also known as Bigfoot. Welch was charged with abducting Theresa but the charge was later dismissed.

Welch, a self-proclaimed student of Bigfoot, went camping with the girl in June near Shuteye Peak, about 25 miles northeast of Bass Lake, and was questioned by deputies when he returned without her. Welch's explanation was that Bigfoot had abducted her. Foul play is suspected. Searches throughout that region produced no sign of Bier; she has never been seen again.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning Bier's whereabouts, please contact:
Fresno Police Department
559-498-1265
All information may be submitted anonymously.

Agency Case Number:
8736264

NCIC Number:
M-258031633
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information: California Department of Justice

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