Bowen was last seen asleep inside her residence in the 500 block of Silverdale in southeast Conroe, Texas at 3:30 a.m. July 14, 1997. Her mother checked on her at 9:00 a.m. that same day and she was gone. She has never been heard from again. Authorities believe Bowen left the house voluntarily that night to meet someone, with the intention of returning soon. She left behind all her belongings, including her clothing and purse. Foul play is suspected in her disappearance.