Skeletal remains found recently by hikers in Washington state have been confirmed to be those of a troubled mother of three who went missing nearly 18 months ago after going mushroom picking with a friend.
Washington state authorities confirmed the remains were those of Hailey E. Athay, 33, of Cowlitz County, who was last seen in November of 2024 by her family in Kelso, Washington, located about 50 miles north of Portland, Oregon.
Two young men hiking in a wooded area last Sunday discovered two bones and some clothing in Rose Valley and notified authorities, according to the Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office.
After a forensic anthropologist identified the bones as human, the Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office and the sheriff’s office conducted an organized search of the area for additional remains.
Nearly complete skeletal remains were discovered as well as items of clothing and personal belongings, according to the
Continue reading
Join the conversation!
Please share your thoughts about this article below. We value your opinions, and would love to see you add to the discussion!