Aubrey Dameron's Remains Identified After Six-Year Search

The Quapaw Nation Marshal Service announced on February 5, 2025, that human remains discovered on January 31 in rural Ottawa County were identified as belonging to Aubrey Dameron, a Cherokee Nation citizen who had been missing since March 9, 2019. Dameron, a proud Two-Spirit individual, disappeared after leaving her mother's home, prompting extensive searches by various law enforcement agencies over the years. The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office noted that the condition of the remains indicated they had been at the site for an undetermined period. While the discovery marks the end of the search for Dameron, the investigation into her death remains ongoing, with no indications of foul play reported so far. Family members, including her aunt Pam Smith, had tirelessly advocated for awareness of her case, emphasizing the heightened risks faced by Indigenous and transgender individuals. Authorities and community members have expressed their condolences and commitment to seek justice for Dameron and her family.