Washington State Patrol searches for missing Indigenous woman in Skagit, King County area

Nicole Day, a 45-year-old Indigenous woman, has been located by authorities after being reported missing for nearly a year. The Washington State Patrol confirmed her location as of 4:47 p. m. on September 29. A Missing Person Alert was issued over the weekend as police believed she might be in Skagit or King County.

Day stands 5 feet, 2 inches tall, weighs around 160 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. Known for wearing hoop earrings, she also has a tattoo with the letters “MMK” on her left hand. The Swinomish Police Department helped in the search, emphasizing the importance of community awareness in locating missing persons. Authorities had urged anyone with information on her whereabouts to call 9-1-1, highlighting the urgency of the situation. This case illustrates ongoing concerns for the safety of Indigenous women in the region.