Sheila Renee Quinn, 4: Last Seen In Her Chicago Bedroom In 1980
Details about the case and investigation remain unknown.
At only four years old, Sheila Renee Quinn had a full life ahead of her. However, in 1980, her family became controversial after the little girl reportedly disappeared from her home. Because so few details about her case have been shared to this day, this missing-person case has become another Chicago mystery.
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The circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Sheila Renee Quinn are unknown. What has been shared is that the little girl and her family lived on the ninth floor of the Harold Ickes Homes housing projects in Chicago.
On February 27, 1980, Sheila’s family reported her missing. The last time the child was seen was in her bedroom.
Foul play is suspected, but whether there were any suspects or persons of interest in this case is unclear. It also hasn’t been publicly reported whether investigators believe that she was abducted, wandered off, or was the victim of something caused by someone closer to home.
Sheila Renee Quinn: What To Know
At the time of her disappearance, Sheila Renee Quinn stood 3 feet tall and weighed 35 pounds. She had black/dark brown hair and brown eyes. Sheila has burn scars on the back of her legs from backing into a hot stove. She was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, white underwear, gold pajama bottoms, (possibly) a dark blue winter coat, and white socks (no shoes).
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department - Area Central at (312) 747-8366 or their local authorities. NCMEC Number: 603084. Agency Case Number: M11C5937.
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Case Number: M11C5937
Agency: Chicago Police Department - Area Central
Phone: (312) 747-8366
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