Nancy Kay Tharp

Tharp, circa 1977

  • Missing Since 08/20/1977
  • Missing From Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
  • Classification Endangered Missing
  • Sex Female
  • Race White
  • Date of Birth 02/04/1954 (72)
  • Age 23 years old
  • Height and Weight 5'6, 125 pounds
  • Distinguishing Characteristics White female. Blonde hair, blue eyes.

Details of Disappearance

Tharp was last seen in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota on August 20, 1977. Between 8:00 and 8:30 p.m., she left home to walk to the corner store at 63rd and Zane Avenue. She didn't take her purse or eyeglasses and only had about $5 in cash on her. She has never been heard from again. Few details are available in her case.

Investigating Agency

  • Brooklyn Park Police Department 763-493-8293

Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated August 29, 2026; details of disappearance updated.