The Vanishing Act: An Introduction to the Mystery
The quiet, rural community of Chalfant Valley, nestled in Mono County, California, typically hums with the gentle rhythms of desert life. Home to approximately 650 people, this isolated expanse lies east of the majestic Sierra Nevada, bridging the gap between Yosemite National Park and Nevada. Its remoteness, characterized by vast, high-desert terrain, would prove to be a defining, and ultimately frustrating, element in one of California's most perplexing missing persons cases. The expansive, sparsely populated landscape, while beautiful, presents immense challenges for any search effort, creating a natural "blind spot" where individuals can vanish with terrifying ease. The absence of widespread surveillance infrastructure, such as security cameras along major roadways like Highway 6 , further amplifies this challenge, removing crucial observational data that could otherwise corroborate or refute theories of disappearance or abduction. This environmental factor, far from being a mere backdrop, actively shapes the investigative landscape, making it inherently more difficult to trace movements or confirm a narrative.
At the heart of this enduring mystery is Karlie Lain Gusé, a vibrant 16-year-old born on May 13, 2002. Described by those who knew her as a "fun-loving and sweet girl who had a great sense of humor," Karlie was popular and well-liked at Bishop Union High School. In August 2018, she moved to Chalfant to live with her father, Zachary Gusé, her stepmother, Melissa Gusé, and her two younger brothers. Her biological mother, Lindsay Fairley, resided in Nevada. The events leading to Karlie's disappearance began on the evening of October 12, 2018, when she attended a party and reportedly smoked marijuana, triggering a severe and unsettling reaction. The nature of this "bad reaction" remains a central, yet ambiguous, aspect of the case. While some accounts suggest it was a typical, albeit intense, reaction to marijuana, others, including her biological mother Lindsay Fairley, speculate that the marijuana might have been laced with a stronger drug, such as LSD. This ambiguity is more than a minor detail; it profoundly impacts the various theories surrounding her subsequent actions. If her disorientation was merely paranoia from cannabis, her wandering might have been aimless. However, if it was a more severe, drug-induced psychosis, her actions could have been far more unpredictable, rendering her significantly more vulnerable to external dangers. The lack of definitive clarity on what substance, or combination of substances, truly affected Karlie also casts a shadow of uncertainty over the family's initial narrative, as their subsequent actions and statements are often interpreted through the lens of this pivotal, yet ill-defined, event.
II. The Night Before: A Descent into Disorientation
On the evening of October 12, 2018, Karlie had sought permission from her stepmother, Melissa, to attend a high school football game. Instead, she went to a house party with her boyfriend, Donald Arrowood III, and another friend, Jaymes Dulin. It was at this party that Karlie smoked marijuana, leading to an alarming shift in her demeanor. Her boyfriend, Donald Arrowood III, recounted that she began to panic, expressing fear of the music and even of him, stating, "She got scared of the music... She got scared of me". Other witnesses at the party corroborated this, describing her as "acting really scared and paranoid".
Around 8:00 PM, Melissa received a "frantic cellphone call" from Karlie, who urgently requested a ride home. When Melissa picked her up around 9:00 PM, she observed Karlie to be "pale as a ghost," "really pale," with "pupils were really dilated". Karlie admitted to Melissa that she was high.
Upon returning home, Karlie's erratic and paranoid behavior continued. She reportedly referred to a plate of salad as "devil's lettuce" and oscillated between moments of affection and expressing a need to read the Bible. During this distressing period, Melissa and Zachary stated they began recording Karlie, intending to show her later how marijuana had affected her. This recording, lasting 8 minutes and 45 seconds, captured Karlie expressing intense fear, vocalizing that she didn't want to sleep "in case she was killed," and repeatedly pleading with Melissa to call 911. Disturbingly, Melissa reportedly responded with "No" to Karlie's pleas for 911, stating, "There's nothing wrong".
This recording has never been released to the public, though law enforcement agencies like the FBI and local police possess it. While police reportedly praised the recording for providing significant insight into Karlie's state of mind , the decision to withhold the full audio or video from public view has generated considerable suspicion and controversy. The lack of transparency surrounding this crucial piece of evidence, especially given Karlie's desperate pleas for emergency assistance, fuels public and familial doubts about the true events of that night. It suggests a potential desire by the family to control the narrative or that the recording might contain details more incriminating than publicly acknowledged. Furthermore, the choice to record Karlie's distress rather than seeking immediate medical or professional intervention raises serious questions about the judgment exercised by her guardians at a critical juncture, potentially missing an opportunity to prevent her from leaving the house in a vulnerable state.
The timeline of the early morning hours of October 13, 2018, as recounted by Melissa Gusé, has been inconsistent, further complicating the investigation and eroding public trust. Melissa initially stated that she checked on Karlie at 5:45 AM, found her asleep, and then woke again at 7:15 AM to discover her gone. However, in a later, revised account, which she now maintains as accurate, Melissa claimed she stayed in Karlie's room the entire night to monitor her. In this version, she awoke briefly at 5:48 AM to see Karlie awake beside her, fell back asleep, and then woke between 7:15-7:30 AM to find Karlie missing and the front door slightly ajar.
These shifting accounts are not mere forgetfulness; they represent a significant investigative hurdle. In a missing persons case, establishing a precise and credible timeline of the last known contact is paramount. When the primary witness, Melissa, provides contradictory statements about such fundamental details—specifically, whether she was physically present with the missing person during the critical hours—it undermines the entire foundational timeline of the disappearance. This forces investigators to question the veracity of all subsequent information provided by her. The inconsistency fuels intense public suspicion and "finger-pointing" , creating a narrative vacuum that is often filled by speculation and rumor. This makes it significantly harder for genuine leads to emerge or for the public to discern reliable information, ultimately impeding the search for Karlie. The absence of a clear, consistent narrative from the last person to see Karlie alive remains a profound obstacle to solving this mystery.
Timeline of Key Events (October 12-13, 2018)
| Date/Time | Event | Source/Witness | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, Evening | Karlie attends party, smokes marijuana, becomes paranoid/disoriented. | Donald Arrowood III, Jaymes Dulin, Party Witnesses | Karlie "scared of music," "scared of me," "acting really scared and paranoid." |
| Oct 12, ~8:00 PM | Karlie makes frantic call to Melissa for a ride home. | Melissa Gusé | |
| Oct 12, ~9:00 PM | Melissa picks up Karlie, describes her as "pale as a ghost," "pupils dilated." | Melissa Gusé | |
| Oct 12, Night | Karlie exhibits erratic, paranoid behavior at home; Melissa and Zachary record her. | Melissa & Zachary Gusé | Karlie expresses fear of being killed, asks Melissa to call 911 (Melissa refuses). Recording unreleased. |
| Oct 13, ~5:45 AM | Melissa's Initial Account: Melissa checks on Karlie, finds her asleep. | Melissa Gusé (Initial Statement) | Discrepancy with later account. |
| Oct 13, ~5:48 AM | Melissa's Later Account: Melissa wakes briefly, sees Karlie awake next to her, falls back asleep. | Melissa Gusé (Later Statement) | Claims she was in bed with Karlie all night. |
| Oct 13, ~6:30-6:45 AM | Richard Eddy sees a tall, slender female (Karlie) walking by his home, looking at the sky, holding a piece of paper. | Richard Eddy | |
| Oct 13, Morning | Kenneth Dutton sees Karlie walking towards Highway 6, holding a piece of paper. | Kenneth Dutton | |
| Oct 13, ~7:00-7:15 AM | Melissa's Later Account: Melissa wakes, finds Karlie gone, front door slightly ajar. | Melissa Gusé (Later Statement) | |
| Oct 13, ~7:30 AM | Unidentified "wooder" sees a girl matching Karlie's description near Highway 6 and White Mountain Estates Road, behind a barbed wire fence. | Unidentified Witness | Scent dogs later alert to this area. |
| Oct 13, Morning | Melissa and Zachary search neighborhood for two hours. | Melissa & Zachary Gusé | Karlie's phone and belongings left behind. |
| Oct 13, ~9:30 AM |Zachary calls Lindsay Fairley. | Karlie reported missing to Mono County Sheriff's Office. | Mono County Sheriff's Office. |
| Oct 13, Onwards | Extensive search operation begins. | Mono County Sheriff's Office, FBI, NCMEC | Includes helicopters, scent dogs, off-road vehicles. |
| Oct 25, 2018 | Active search efforts officially suspended. | Mono County Sheriff's Office | |
| Dec 2018 | Bloody underwear found near coyote scat; not linked to case. | Mono County Sheriff's Office |
| Jan 2019 | Jaymes Dulin pleads guilty to contributing to delinquency of a minor. | Mono County Sheriff's Office | Related to Karlie's marijuana use at party. |
| Feb 2021 | Zachary Gusé arrested for felony corporal injury to a spouse. | Mono County Sheriff's Office | Posted $50,000 bond; record removed from website. |
| Jan 2021 (Reported) | Recovering drug user claims to have seen Karlie at a party in Tonopah, NV. | Mono County Sheriff's Office | Tonopah is ~100 miles from Chalfant Valley. |
| March 2021 | Authorities locate vehicle potentially used to transport Karlie to Tonopah; forensic testing underway. | Mono County Sheriff's Office, FBI | Lead actively being investigated. |
III. The Empty Bed: The Discovery and Initial Search
Upon waking between 7:15 and 7:30 AM on October 13, 2018, Melissa Gusé discovered Karlie's bed empty and the front door of their home "slightly ajar". A critical detail was that Karlie had left behind her mobile phone and all her personal belongings. This immediately raised alarms, as it was uncharacteristic for Karlie to leave without her phone. Melissa and Zachary initially spent two frantic hours searching the immediate neighborhood themselves, believing Karlie might have simply gone for a walk to clear her head after the previous night's distress. When their own efforts yielded no sign of her, Zachary contacted Karlie's biological mother, Lindsay Fairley, in Nevada, who then urged them to alert the authorities. The Mono County Sheriff's Office was finally called around 9:30 AM.
Following the report, the Mono County Sheriff's Office, with critical assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), launched an extensive search operation. Resources deployed were substantial, including multiple helicopters, specialized scent dogs, Search and Rescue teams, and off-road vehicles, all meticulously combing the surrounding neighborhoods and the vast, unforgiving high-desert terrain. The environmental conditions were also a major concern; temperatures in the area were reportedly in the 40s , posing a significant risk to Karlie, who was last seen wearing only a white T-shirt, gray sweatpants or jeans, and Vans shoes.
Despite the immediate and extensive nature of this search, it yielded "no clues". This absence of evidence, in itself, is a profound and critical piece of information. If Karlie had simply wandered off into the desert and succumbed to the elements, it stands to reason that, given the scale and thoroughness of the search—which included specialized scent dogs and aerial support—her body or at least some trace of her clothing or personal effects should have been discovered. The failure to find any physical remains or belongings strongly suggests that she was either removed from the immediate search area by someone else or concealed in a manner that defied the extensive search parameters. This shifts the investigative focus away from a simple "wandered off and perished" scenario towards a more sinister explanation, such as abduction or foul play, where a body might be hidden or moved to an inaccessible location. The desert, while vast, is not infinitely so, and the lack of a trace despite such efforts points to an external factor.
IV. Eyewitnesses and Elusive Clues: The Trail Goes Cold
In the crucial hours following Karlie's disappearance, three separate individuals reported seeing a girl matching her description walking towards or near Highway 6 on the morning of October 13. Richard Eddy, a retired Los Angeles County sheriff's office employee who lived near the Gusé home, observed a tall, slender female with long hair walking by his residence between 6:30 AM and 6:45 AM. He noted she was "looking up, looking around at the sky" and, significantly, holding a piece of paper. Kenneth Dutton, a schoolteacher living around the corner, also saw Karlie walking towards Highway 6, similarly holding a piece of paper in her hand, stating, "I know her... I saw her". A third, unidentified witness, described as a "wooder" (someone going to cut firewood), reported seeing a girl fitting Karlie's description near the intersection of White Mountain Estates Road and Highway 6 around 7:30 AM, standing behind a barbed wire fence. Scent dogs later confirmed Karlie's scent at the bus stop enclosure near her house and the very corner where the woodworker reported his sighting near Highway 6.
The proximity of Karlie's last known sightings to Highway 6 is a pivotal element in the investigation. This road is not merely a local thoroughfare; it is a segment of US Route 6, a major transcontinental highway stretching over 3200 miles from California to Massachusetts, connecting numerous cities and towns across 14 states. For Chalfant Valley, Highway 6 serves as its primary connection to "the rest of civilization". The fact that Karlie was last seen walking towards or near such a significant route profoundly shifts the probability away from a simple "wandered off into the desert" scenario towards a high likelihood of vehicular involvement. Given the vastness of the desert search area and the persistent lack of a body, the "abduction" theory becomes statistically more plausible the longer the case remains unsolved. If she was picked up by a vehicle, her disoriented and vulnerable state would have made her an easy target for predators or human traffickers. This transforms the case from a tragic incident of a lost person in the wilderness to a potential criminal abduction, necessitating a different investigative approach focused on tracking vehicles and pursuing inter-state leads. A checkpoint established a week after her disappearance along Highway 6, where approximately 50 people reported driving through on October 13, yielded no one who recalled seeing anyone matching Karlie's description , further deepening the mystery.
Despite the extensive search efforts, no physical evidence of Karlie herself was ever found. Active search operations were officially suspended on October 25, 2018. While a piece of bloody underwear was discovered in December 2018 near coyote scat and collected for testing, it was ultimately not linked to Karlie's case. Furthermore, no Amber Alert was issued at the time, as law enforcement determined there was no immediate indication of an abduction. The continued absence of physical evidence, despite the initial exhaustive search, is a critical negative finding. Given the cold temperatures and her light clothing, survival in the desert for an extended period would have been highly improbable. The failure to find any remains or personal items strongly suggests that Karlie was either removed from the area by someone else or concealed in a way that defied the search parameters, reinforcing the theory of a criminal act rather than an environmental tragedy.
V. A Web of Suspicions: Family Dynamics and Public Scrutiny
The disappearance of Karlie Lain Gusé quickly became a national story, propelled by appearances on shows like "Dr. Phil," "Dateline," and Nancy Grace's "Crime Stories" podcast. This media exposure, while raising awareness, also cast a harsh spotlight on the family dynamics and differing narratives surrounding Karlie's last known hours. Karlie's biological mother, Lindsay Fairley, has consistently and publicly voiced her doubts about the accounts provided by Zachary and Melissa Gusé, particularly their changing timelines of the morning Karlie vanished. Lindsay has maintained a strong belief that Karlie may have died from a drug overdose while still inside the house and never actually left alive. Conversely, Melissa and Zachary have steadfastly asserted their belief that Karlie was kidnapped, possibly by human traffickers, after leaving the home. This stark contrast in narratives, coupled with Melissa's inconsistent statements, fueled widespread online speculation and "finger-pointing" directed at Melissa.
The public and media scrutiny, exacerbated by the family's internal inconsistencies, created a "toxic" environment around the case. While public engagement can be a powerful tool in missing persons cases, intense, misdirected speculation and harassment can significantly impede an investigation. It forces law enforcement to dedicate valuable resources to addressing rumors and defending against accusations rather than focusing solely on actionable leads. Moreover, such a hostile environment can deter potential witnesses from coming forward, fearing they might be drawn into the public circus or become targets themselves. Mono County Sheriff Ingrid Braun publicly acknowledged this negative impact, asking people to stop harassing the family , underscoring how the public's well-intentioned, but often misinformed, involvement can inadvertently hinder the search for a missing person.
Adding another layer of complexity and suspicion to the family's narrative was the arrest of Zachary Gusé in February 2021 for felony corporal injury to a spouse. He was released after posting a $50,000 bond, and notably, his arrest record was later removed from the Mono County Sheriff's website. While this arrest is not directly linked to Karlie's disappearance, it introduces a disturbing element that can be interpreted as indicative of a volatile home environment. This incident, combined with Lindsay Fairley's consistent doubts about the step-parents' narrative , adds a layer of circumstantial concern to the household Karlie vanished from. Although law enforcement has stated that no one has been cleared of involvement , the domestic violence charge suggests a potential for hidden conflicts or a lack of stability that could be relevant to understanding the broader dynamics surrounding Karlie's disappearance, even if not a direct cause. It lends credence to the biological mother's concerns about what might have been happening "behind closed doors".
The Mono County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) itself has faced considerable criticism regarding its handling of the initial investigation. A former homicide detective publicly labeled the investigation a "circus," specifically criticizing MCSO for classifying Karlie as a "runaway" rather than an "endangered" missing person. This classification is not merely semantic; it can significantly impact the urgency and resources allocated to a case, potentially delaying critical early-stage actions. Further criticism included allegations that the MCSO failed to collect Karlie's bedding for forensic analysis and did not search the family's cars. Such failures, if true, represent fundamental breaches of standard forensic protocol in a suspicious disappearance, potentially leading to the loss of crucial evidence.
Sheriff Ingrid Braun of the MCSO has responded to these criticisms, stating, "We've never experienced another case like this," and affirming, "We continue to investigate her case every day". She has also defended the investigation by clarifying, "Nobody's been cleared of anything. Right now I don't even have a crime to clear them of". This perceived "botching" of the initial phase points to a broader challenge faced by rural law enforcement agencies. With limited resources and less frequent exposure to such complex, high-stakes investigations, they may struggle to apply the full scope of investigative protocols typically seen in larger jurisdictions. This highlights the inherent tension between official caution (requiring evidence of a crime before clearing individuals) and public demand for aggressive investigation, especially when family narratives are inconsistent. The perceived missteps can undermine public trust and cooperation, further isolating the investigation.
Key Individuals and Their Roles/Statements
| Name | Relationship to Karlie/Role | Key Statements/Actions | Notable Controversies/Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karlie Lain Gusé | Missing Person | Last seen walking towards Highway 6. Left phone/belongings behind. May have been disoriented. | Disoriented state debated (marijuana vs. laced/other drug). |
| Zachary Gusé | Father | Last saw Karlie before dawn Oct 13. Believes she was abducted or wandered off into desert. | Arrested for felony corporal injury to spouse in Feb 2021. |
| Melissa Gusé | Stepmother | Last saw Karlie before dawn Oct 13. Picked Karlie up from party. Recorded Karlie's distressed state. Believes Karlie was kidnapped. | Provided conflicting timelines of Oct 13 morning. Unreleased video of Karlie asking to call 911. Public scrutiny and accusations. |
| Lindsay Fairley | Biological Mother | Expresses doubts about Zachary and Melissa's story. Believes Karlie may have died from drug overdose in the house. | Consistently voices skepticism, fueling public debate. |
| Donald Arrowood III | Boyfriend | Was with Karlie at the party where she smoked marijuana. | Described Karlie's panic and paranoia at the party. |
| Jaymes Dulin | Friend | Was at the party where Karlie smoked marijuana. | Pleaded guilty to contributing to the delinquency of a minor. |
| Richard Eddy | Witness (Neighbor) | Saw Karlie walking by his home between 6:30-6:45 AM, looking at sky, holding a piece of paper. | Former LA County Sheriff's Office employee. |
| Kenneth Dutton | Witness (Neighbor) | Saw Karlie walking towards Highway 6, holding a piece of paper. | Schoolteacher. |
| Sheriff Ingrid Braun | Mono County Sheriff | Leads MCSO investigation. States "never experienced another case like this." | Faced criticism for "runaway" classification and initial investigation methods. Publicly asked to stop family harassment. |
| Special Agent Sean Ragan | FBI Sacramento Field Office | Affirms FBI's commitment, "People don't disappear into thin air." | FBI supports MCSO, offers reward. |
VI. The Tonopah Lead: A Glimmer of Hope or a Red Herring?
Years into the investigation, a significant development emerged in January 2021, offering a potential new direction for the stalled case. A recovering drug user came forward, claiming to have seen Karlie at a party in Tonopah, Nevada. Tonopah, a historic mining town, is located approximately 100 miles from Chalfant Valley. This lead, though delayed, was deemed credible enough for active pursuit. Mono County Sheriff Ingrid Braun confirmed that the Tonopah lead is "actively being investigated" by her office in conjunction with the FBI.
Crucially, authorities have since located a vehicle that "may have been used to pick up Karlie from alongside Highway 6 and transport her to Tonopah". Forensic testing is reportedly underway on this vehicle. This development represents the most concrete and promising lead in years, potentially validating the abduction theory that Karlie's step-parents have long maintained. If this lead yields results, it would strongly support the idea that Karlie was taken from the area, possibly by human traffickers , providing a geographical and circumstantial explanation for the lack of a body in the initial search area. This aligns with the FBI's persistent stance that "people don't disappear into thin air" , offering a potential path to resolution and shifting the narrative from a tragic wandering to a criminal act.
However, this promising lead is not without its challenges. The identity of the witness and the precise timing of the alleged sighting in Tonopah have not been publicly disclosed. The significant delay in this lead emerging—years after Karlie's disappearance in 2018—means that potential forensic evidence could be degraded, and memories of the event may have faded or become less reliable. The source of the tip, a "recovering drug user" , while potentially valuable due to their proximity to a subculture where such information might circulate, also necessitates careful vetting and corroboration. These factors illustrate the inherent difficulties in cold case investigations, where even the most promising new leads often come with their own set of hurdles, making a definitive breakthrough far from guaranteed.
VII. Unanswered Questions: The Lingering Shadow
The disappearance of Karlie Lain Gusé remains an open wound, a complex tapestry woven from conflicting accounts, elusive clues, and profound uncertainty. Three primary theories continue to dominate discussions, each with its own set of supporting elements and significant weaknesses.
The first theory posits that Karlie, in her disoriented state, simply wandered off into the vast high-desert terrain and succumbed to the elements. However, this theory is significantly weakened by the extensive and thorough search efforts, which involved helicopters, scent dogs, and numerous personnel meticulously combing the area for days. The absence of any remains or personal effects, despite such a comprehensive search, makes this scenario less probable.
The second, and increasingly plausible, theory suggests abduction or human trafficking. This is supported by the consistent eyewitness accounts placing Karlie near Highway 6, a major transcontinental route. The recent Tonopah lead, involving a witness sighting and the identification of a potential vehicle, lends significant weight to this possibility. The primary weakness here is the initial lack of immediate evidence of forced abduction, which prevented an Amber Alert from being issued.
The third theory, fueled by public and familial suspicion, suggests foul play within the home. This narrative is largely driven by Melissa Gusé's inconsistent timelines regarding the morning of Karlie's disappearance, the controversial unreleased video of Karlie in distress, and Zachary Gusé's later arrest for domestic violence. However, this theory lacks direct forensic evidence; investigators found no indication of forced entry in the home , and cadaver dogs reportedly did not alert to any scent of human remains in the house or vehicles.
The persistence of these multiple, conflicting theories highlights a profound lack of definitive evidence and the complex interplay of circumstantial factors. No single theory has accumulated enough conclusive evidence to be fully proven or disproven. This means the case remains truly "unsolved," not merely "unclosed." The conflicting narratives from family members, coupled with the absence of hard evidence, create a vacuum that is readily filled by speculation and rumor. This makes it incredibly difficult for investigators to narrow down possibilities, as every lead must be pursued while simultaneously battling public mistrust and internal inconsistencies. The case stands as a testament to how a single missing person can become a complex web of human behavior, environmental factors, and investigative challenges.
The prolonged uncertainty and intense public scrutiny have inflicted a deep and lasting psychological toll on Karlie's family and the small Chalfant Valley community. Karlie's father, Zachary, has expressed profound grief, stating, "I'd give my whole body, whole body and soul. I'd give it all up just to have her home safe". Karlie's brother, Kole, struggles with the agonizing uncertainty, oscillating between a faint hope that she is "somewhere on a beach... having fun" and a crushing fear that she is "probably dead" or "getting abused". The Mono County Sheriff's Office, through investigator Brad Bilderback, has acknowledged the case as the "toughest, most frustrating" they've worked on, noting the "toxicity" and "finger-pointing" that have plagued the community. Beyond the immediate facts of the disappearance, the unresolved nature of the case perpetuates a cycle of grief, suspicion, and community division. The lack of closure prevents healing, and the ongoing public debate, fueled by inconsistencies and the absence of definitive evidence, means the family and community cannot move forward. This underscores the profound societal impact of unsolved mysteries, transforming a personal tragedy into a prolonged communal trauma. Despite these immense challenges, law enforcement agencies maintain their commitment to finding Karlie. The FBI continues to offer a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to Karlie's location, complemented by a $10,000 reward offered by the Gusé family for her safe return. Mono County Sheriff Ingrid Braun and FBI Special Agent in Charge Sean Ragan have affirmed their unwavering resolve, stating unequivocally that they "will not give up on Karlie," and that they believe "someone may know where Karlie is".
The search for Karlie Lain Gusé continues, a testament to the enduring hope that answers will one day emerge from the vast desert and the complex web of human interactions. Anyone with information that could help locate Karlie Lain Gusé is urged to contact the Mono County Sheriff's Office at 760-932-5678 or by emailing karliegusetips@monosheriff.org. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to the FBI via tips.fbi.gov or by calling their toll-free tipline at 800-CALL-FBI (800-225-5324).
Date(s) of Birth Used May 13, 2002
Hair Dark Blonde
Eyes Blue
Height 5'7" (at time of disappearance)
Weight 110 pounds (at time of disappearance)
Sex Female
Race White
Scars and Marks Gusé has her left nostril pierced.
Reward:
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the location of Karlie Lain Gusé.
Details:
Karlie Lain Gusé, a then 16-year-old female, was reported missing by her family on the morning of October 13, 2018. Karlie was seen by her family at their residence in the White Mountain Estates area of Chalfant Valley in Mono County, California, during the pre-dawn hours of October 13, 2018. At some time during the early morning, Karlie left the family residence while likely wearing gray sweatpants or jeans, a white t-shirt, and Vans brand shoes. Karlie left her personal belongings behind at the residence including her mobile phone.
Karlie was last seen by witnesses walking south approximately 30 yards east of Highway 6 and 100 yards south of Sierra View Road on the morning of October 13, 2018. A thorough search of the area and subsequent investigation has been unsuccessful in locating Karlie and she has not been in contact with family or friends since she went missing.
The Mono County Sheriff's Office and the FBI continue to seek information that will assist in locating Karlie.
The Things They Carry Video Series
Kole Gusé: She's Probably Dead
Branson Jernigan: It Seems Like People Have Been Forgetting About Her
Zach Gusé: My Whole Body and Soul
Zach Gusé: I Wanted to Let the Light In
Melissa Gusé: Your Mind Wanders
Brad Bilderback: Somebody Knows Something
David Kaulk: We May Never See Her Again
Ashley Forbes: Nobody in Town Goes Missing Like This
Brent Gillespie: Please Come Forward
Submit a Tip:
If you have any information concerning the disappearance of Karlie Lain Gusé, you are encouraged to contact the Mono County Sheriff's Office by emailing them at karliegusetips@monosheriff.org or calling them at 760-932-5678. You may also contact the Sacramento Office of the FBI by calling 916-746-7000, your local FBI office, the nearest American Embassy or Consulate, or you can submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. All tips can remain anonymous.
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