This story has been updated with a statement from the missing woman’s family.
SEATAC — A recent Washington State University graduate from Port Angeles has been reported missing after being last seen leaving SeaTac Airport last week.
21-year-old Nadia Erika Cole was last seen leaving the airport just after 3 p.m. on May 29. The Fife Police Department said she “may have been seen” in the city recently.
The flyer being distributed by authorities says Cole is from Port Angeles and recently graduated from WSU. She was last seen on security camera footage wearing a black North Face jacket, a sage green hoodie, black yoga pants, a tan shoulder bag and white Converse sneakers. Authorities said she also might be wearing prescription glasses.
The Pullman Police Department is also searching for her fiancé, Aaron Aung of Moscow, Idaho, and his 2-year-old daughter, Seraya Aung Harmon. They were last seen on May 29 and missed a custody exchange scheduled for May 30.
Cole’s family, who described her disappearance as “out of character,” said she recently graduated with honors and was preparing for a trip to Italy.
Anyone with information about Cole’s whereabouts is asked to call 877-220-8129.
The following is a statement from the family of the missing woman.
“It is with deep concern and heavy hearts that we address the public regarding the sudden disappearance of our beloved daughter, Nadia. Nadia recently graduated from Washington State University with honors, marking a significant achievement in her academic journey.
Nadia was on the brink of embarking on a celebratory family vacation trip to Italy, a trip she and her mother had eagerly planned for over a year. However, what was supposed to be a joyous occasion turned into a nightmare when Nadia left her belongings at the gate to use the restroom and never returned.
Security footage revealed Nadia hastily exiting the airport with a distressed expression, and the last known sighting of her was near the light rail platform north of the parking garage. Since her disappearance on May 29, 2024, there has been no further contact or sighting of her.
Nadia is cherished by the hundreds of people who know her, and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance are entirely out of character for her. We are utterly devastated by her disappearance and are fervently praying for her safe return.
We implore anyone with information regarding Nadia’s whereabouts or any leads that could aid in her safe return to contact the authorities at 877-220-8129. Any piece of information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could be crucial in bringing Nadia back to us.
As we navigate this distressing ordeal, we ask for privacy and respect during this difficult time. Our only desire is to reunite with our beloved daughter, and we remain hopeful that she will come back to us unharmed.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Beata and Kirk Cole”