Left: Reitler, circa 1993; Right: Age-progression by NCMEC at age 35 (circa 2009)

Tricia Lynn Reitler
Missing since March 29, 1993 from Marion, Grant County, Indiana.
Classification: Involuntary

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: February 9, 1974
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 19 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'3; 105 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: White female. Brown hair; blue eyes.
• Tattoos: A tattoo on her left ankle.
• Jewelry: Silver ring, Indian style leather strap necklace, large face watch with Roman numerals.
• Dentals: Available
• DNA: Available

Circumstances of Disappearance
Reitler was last seen at approximately 20:00 on March 29, 1993. She was a student at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana. She walked to Marsh Supermarket, which was approximately one-half mile from the university's campus. Reitler disappeared shortly after leaving the store.
Reitler's bloodstained clothing was discovered in a field near Seybold Pool, which is located between Marsh's Supermarket and the campus.
At least three suspects have been named by police, but no one has been charged in her disappearance. Foul play is suspected.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Marion Police Department
Sergeant Dorsey
765-662-9981
E-Mail

Agency Case Number: 1993-65081

NCMEC #: NCMA780520

NCIC Number: M-633946073
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
Grant County Sheriff's Office
The Journal-Gazette
Sun Newspapers 3/26/1998
Sun Newspapers 2003
NCMEC