1998

Ellen Townsend
Missing since March 30, 1998 from Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee
Classification: Missing

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: November 21, 1941
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 57 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'9"; 125 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Black female. Black hair. Short to medium afro or in a bun. Some grey hair. Brown eyes. Large frame eyeglasses worn.
• Clothing: Brown outfit and brown shoes.
• DNA: Available

Circumstances of Disappearance
Townsend was reported to have left home walking on March 30, 1998. She has not been seen or heard from since.

She reportedly suffers from depression.
According to family, all medical cards and bank cards/books were left at her home.
No vehicle owned or used.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Chattanooga Police Department
423-643-5055

Agency Case Number: 98-037964

Source Information:
Namus

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