Archive for the ‘missing adult’ Category
MARYLAND MISSING: John Morris Case Still A Mystery
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
John Morris (family photo)
Madeline Morris has been searching for her missing son for nearly five years. Montgomery County Police say John Morris, 37, went missing from Dickerson, Maryland on July 30, 2007. He was last seen near his home at the 2400 block of White’s Ferry Road standing at the end of the driveway. At the time, John shared his residence with his boyfriend, and police say his vehicle and belongings were left behind when he went missing. In a press release, Montgomery County Police say, “extensive investigative techniques have been used during this multi-year investigation to try to gain information about what may have happened to Morris. No evidence has been developed to confirm whether or not Morris remains alive. The family believes that he would not have stayed away this long without making contact with his family. His family also believes that he would not intentionally have left and abandoned his dog. At this stage of the investigation, foul play is suspected.”
DENVER POLICE STILL SEARCHING FOR MISSING WOMAN SIX MONTHS LATER
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
If you have any information on this case, please call the Denver police at 720-913-2000. To continue following updates, please “like” the Facebook page dedicated to finding Amy.
McStay Family Two Year Mystery: Five Things To Know About The Case
Monday, January 30th, 2012
It’s been nearly a year since a family of four vanished in California, and authorities think the McStays may have planned a trip to Mexico before they disappeared.
1) Joseph McStay, 40, his wife Summer, 43, Gianni, 4, and Joseph, 3, went missing on February 4, 2010. Authorities said they found e-mails from Joseph and Summer asking about passport information and entry into Mexico before February 4th, a clear indication that they may have planned their getaway. But the question is, why? It doesn’t appear the family had any financial or marital problems, Joseph left behind his teenage son, and their home was left in working order.
2) Who reported the family missing? Michael McStay, Joseph’s brother, reported the family missing to police 11 days after the vanished.
3) What did the family leave behind? The McStay’s family pets were left in the yard without food or water. Investigators say perishable food was left on the counter along with other personal items left in the home.
PHILADELPHIA POLICE: Need Your Help Finding Missing Man
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011
- Ramon Rodriguez (police issued photo)
Philadelphia Police say Ramon Rodriguez, 44, was last seen on Sunday around 7:30 p.m. He lives in the 4300 block of Penn Street and investigators say he suffers from Schizophrenia.
Ramon was last seen wearing a plaid fleece shirt, blue pants, white/blue sneakers, a blue baseball cap and silver framed glasses. The glasses have blue tinted lenses. Ramon is only 5’2” and weighs 150 pounds. He has hazel eyes and black short hair.
If you have any information, or think you may have seen him, please contact the Philadelphia Northeast Detective Division: 215-686-3153 or call 911.
POLICE: Mother of 4 Goes Missing After Halloween Party
Friday, November 4th, 2011
Memphis Police say Karen Swift, a mother of four, vanished on Sunday morning after a Halloween party without a trace. Investigators say her car was found on the side of road, an area not far from her home. Her vehicle had a flat tire and her cell phone was missing.
Karen recently filed for divorce from her husband and he was the person who initially reported her missing. The husband is not considered a suspect. Police say there are no signs of foul play and this investigation is being treated as a missing persons case.
Karen is 5 feet 5 inches tall, and weighs about 140 pounds. She has blonde hair and green eyes. She was last seen driving a 2004, Nissan Murano. If you have any information, please contact the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office: 731-285-2802
ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S: California English Professor Missing
Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Amy Ahearn (police released photo)
Investigators say Amy Ahearn, 40, an English professor in California went missing in August. Orange County sheriff’s detectives say Amy did not show up to teach her semester on Aug. 22 at Saddleback College. She is recently divorced and has no family in California.
In a recent LA Times article, her family says Ahearn may suffer from Huntington’s disease, a degenerative brain condition. Investigators say Amy was last seen alive in September, she rented a sports utility vehicle and used her debit card. That vehicle was found on Sept. 24.
It is possible Amy could be using a different last name, Amy Juntilla. She is described as a white female, 5 feet 6 inches tall, brown hair and brown eyes. She weighs about 140 pounds and it is possible she may have lost weight. If you have any information please call Orange County sheriff’s investigators at (714) 647-7055 or (714) 628-7170.
UPDATE: MISSING IN MARYLAND (FOUND)Police Looking For 24-year-old Brittany Carter
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011
- Brittany Carter (Montgomery County Police Released Photo)
UPDATE: 1:38 p.m. Montgomery County Police say Brittany has been located safely and has been reuinted with her family.
Investigators in Maryland are searching for a missing 24-year-old woman. Montgomery County Police say Brittany Carter vanished last Friday, September 9. Her family told police that was the last time they had contact with her. At this point, there is no evidence of foul play.
Brittany is 5’3” and weighs 150 pounds. She has a tattoo on her shoulder, pierced lip and is known to take public transportation.
If you’ve seen Brittany or have any information on her whereabouts, please contact Montgomery County Police: 240.773.6237
MISSING IN OHIO: Fiance Katelyn Markham, Reward Increased to $20,000
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011
The Fairfield Police say Katelyn Markham, 22, vanished on Aug. 14. Her fiancé, John Carter called 911 to report her missing. She hasn’t been seen since. Police Chief Mike Dickey says at this point, there is no evidence of foul play, but they are not ruling it out. Katelyn is a hardworking student who has two jobs and attends classes. Chief Dickey says she’s known her fiancé since they were kids and have been enganged for the last year.
Although numerous ground searches conducted by the police department and volunteers have taken place, none have yielded new clues. Investigators say Katelyn left behind her personal belongings, including her dog, cell phone and vehicle. Electronic billboards with information about Katelyn are up around Ohio and Kentucky displaying information about her and where to call if someone has any information.
Katelyn stands 5’3” and weighs 130 pounds. She has green eyes, brown hair with blonde highlights. Chief Dickey says her biological parents are split up and she was adopted by another family.
There is a $20,000 reward being offered for information on this case. If you know anything, please contact the Fairfield police: (513) 867-6030
The Search To Find Lauren Spierer Turns To An Area Landfill
Wednesday, August 17th, 2011
Investigators say Lauren Spierer was last seen at 4:30 a.m. and was in the Bloomington, Indiana area near the corner of 11th Street and College Avenue on June 3. Since then, hundreds of volunteers and law enforcement officials have donated their time to help find the missing student. Investigators announced Tuesday their focus is now at a the Scycamre Ridge landfill. According to a release, “The Sycamore Ridge Landfill is located in Pimento, IN. The Department is being assisted by agents from the FBI, officers from the Indiana University Police Department and a search expert from Team Adam affiliated with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Approximately 20-30 law enforcement personnel from all of the agencies will participate each day. The area of interest within the landfill is estimated to be approximately 70′ X 120′ X 20′ and the search effort may take up to two weeks.”
