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Vulnerable adult reported missing, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office says

Donald “Donnie” Tuskey, 36, has been reported missing, according to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office.

The man was seen Monday in Yelm and Lacey. He was last seen about 8 p.m. at the Lacey Transit Center, according to the sheriff’s office.

Information released by the sheriff’s office also identifies him as a vulnerable adult.

Lt. Cameron Simper said Tuesday the man is developmentally disabled. A family member reported him missing, he said.

On Monday, Tuskey was last seen wearing a tan canvas jacket, gray hoodie, black Carhartt pants and he was carrying a Walmart shopping bag.

He is described as five-foot-seven, 240 pounds and has a shaved head.

Anyone with information about Tuskey is asked to call dispatch at 360-704-2740 or send an email to detectives@co.thurston.wa.us.

This story was originally published May 26, 2026 at 4:24 PM.

Rolf Boone
The Olympian
Rolf has worked at The Olympian since August 2005. He covers breaking news, the city of Lacey and business for the paper. Rolf graduated from The Evergreen State College in 1990. Support my work with a digital subscription
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