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Skeletal Remains Identified as Missing Woman Hailey Athay

4/18/2026

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Authorities in Washington state confirmed skeletal remains belong to Hailey E. Athay, a 33-year-old woman missing since November 2024.
Hikers found the remains in Rose Valley and alerted the Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office.
A forensic odontologist matched the skull to Athay's dental records.
The investigation continues with no suspects identified and no foul play confirmed.
Athay was last seen going mushroom picking with a man before her disappearance.

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Authorities in Washington state confirmed skeletal remains belong to Hailey E. Athay, a 33-year-old woman missing since November 2024.
Hikers found the remains in Rose Valley and alerted the Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office.
A forensic odontologist matched the skull to Athay's dental records.
The investigation continues with no suspects identified and no foul play confirmed.
Athay was last seen going mushroom picking with a man before her disappearance.