Introduction to the Case
Debra Jean Cole, a 12-year-old girl from Lebanon, Indiana, vanished without a trace on August 29, 1981. Her disappearance, initially considered a runaway case, later revealed darker undertones, especially in light of subsequent family tragedies. This article delves into the circumstances surrounding Debra's disappearance and the events that followed, shedding light on a case that remains unsolved to this day.
The Day Debra Went Missing
On the morning of August 29, 1981, around 11:00 a.m., Debra was last seen at her family's residence. At that time, she was reportedly in the company of her mother's live-in boyfriend, Omer R. "Steve" Beebout. Notably, Debra left behind all her personal belongings, suggesting she hadn't planned to leave for an extended period. Her mother reported her missing two days later, on August 31, 1981. ...Read More
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