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Remains of Missing Man Found in Colfax, Investigation Ongoing

1/13/2026

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Human remains found on December 22, 2025, in Colfax, Washington, were confirmed to be Michael Shawn Garcia, missing since July 2016.
The remains were discovered by a dog walker on South Palouse River Road.
Colfax Police and Whitman County Sheriff's Office are investigating the case, which remains classified as suspicious.
The investigation will continue until all leads are followed.
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.

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Story summary

Human remains found on December 22, 2025, in Colfax, Washington, were confirmed to be Michael Shawn Garcia, missing since July 2016.
The remains were discovered by a dog walker on South Palouse River Road.
Colfax Police and Whitman County Sheriff's Office are investigating the case, which remains classified as suspicious.
The investigation will continue until all leads are followed.
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.