According to the Newtown Police Department, officers are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman, and they are stressing the importance of any information that could help bring her home safely.

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Police report that 23-year-old Kateri Doty has not been heard from since December 22, 2025. She is described as a white female, approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. According to police, Doty is known to spend time in the New Britain and Hartford areas, which may be helpful in narrowing down where she was last seen or heard from.

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At this time, police have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, but they are urging anyone who may have seen Kateri Doty, spoken with her, or has any information at all to come forward. Even small details could be significant and help investigators piece together her whereabouts.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Patrol Officer Wlasuk at the Newtown Police Department by calling (203) 426-5841 and referencing case number CFS#26-96. If you believe you may have information that could help, police are asking you not to hesitate to reach out.

According to CT.gov, if you ever believe a loved one may be missing, the most important thing to know is that it is never too soon to contact police. In Connecticut, a missing person is defined as anyone reported missing to law enforcement, including children who are missing voluntarily or involuntarily, or anyone whose absence does not match their normal habits and may put them at risk. State officials stress that you should report concerns immediately, share any special circumstances such as age, medical conditions, or life-dependent medications, and keep detailed notes of everyone you speak with during the process. You’re also encouraged to reach out to friends and family who may know the person’s whereabouts or routines, leave one phone line open for incoming calls, and avoid cleaning the person’s room in case evidence is needed. CT.gov also advises against listing your personal phone number on public flyers; instead, the police department’s number should be used to prevent hoaxes or harassment.

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