Ruth Swanson, 30, was last seen near Arlington on May 5. Search and rescue is active. Call 911 with any information and reference case #26-05177.
ARLINGTON, Wash. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help as search efforts continue for a missing 30-year-old woman last seen near Arlington on Tuesday evening.
According to the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, Ruth Swanson disappeared from a family member’s residence in the 30100 block of E. Scouten Loop east of Arlington. Deputies said she was last seen around 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 5.
Investigators said Swanson is an avid hiker and had spent significant time hiking in the surrounding area prior to her disappearance. Search and rescue crews began searching Tuesday night and continued operations throughout Wednesday.
A missing person flyer distributed by the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office identifies Swanson as a Skagit County resident. The agency said it is assisting the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office with search efforts.
Description and Last Known Clothing
Weight: Approximately 150 pounds
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Strawberry blonde or reddish-brown, wavy
DOB: October 24, 1995Last seen wearing: Thin off-white long-sleeve shirt, gray leggings, cowboy boots
How to Help
Anyone who sees Swanson or has information about her whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately. Callers should reference Skagit County case #26-05177 or Snohomish County case #26-59331.
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