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Human remains found inside sneaker on Clallam County beach, sheriff confirms

Dec 10, 2025, 6:33 AM

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Officials with Clallam County Sheriff's Office search a Clallam County beach after discovering a shoe with human remains inside it. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

A sneaker found washed up on a Clallam County beach contained human remains, the county sheriff’s office confirmed.

A person from Sequim initially reported the discovered shoe to 911 at 8:30 a.m. Monday, claiming it looked like it had human remains inside. The shoe was found approximately 50 feet from the Port Williams Beach boat launch at Marly Nelson County Park.

When a deputy responded to the scene, they confirmed the presence of bones and human tissue inside the sneaker.

The shoe was a white Puma brand sneaker with green and blue “Sharpie” style markings covering the exterior. The printed shoe size was a European size 35.5, equivalent to a U.S. women’s 5 to 5.5, according to the Clallam County Sheriff’s Office.

No other suspicious items were in the area.

The coroner with Clallam County is currently examining the shoe for further forensic information.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

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