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Case Description
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Patricia Bessel, 67, went missing on March 17, 2005, from Grand Island, New York. She left her home to go to a store but never returned. Her vehicle was later found abandoned near the American Rapids Bridge in Niagara Falls, sparking concerns about her well-being. Described as despondent at the time of her disappearance, Patricia was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, red pants, and possibly a blue coat. Despite search efforts, Patricia has not been located, and her case remains unsolved.
Last Seen: Mar 17, 2005
Last Seen: Mar 17, 2005
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Dec 26, 2019
Sep 15, 2023
Patricia
Bessel
86
67
66 inches
125 lbs
White / Caucasian
Female
Mar 17, 2005
Grand Island
New York
Erie County
14072
No
256
70418
Erie County Sheriff's Office
Buffalo
New York
Erie County
14202
Jonathan Hanna
Detective
10 Delaware Ave., New York
7168587618
County
Law Enforcement
05-512681
2005-03-17
Erie County Sheriff's Office
9684
Brown
Blue
Blue
11/22/2025
Area Last Seen:
Forum Posts (3)
Has anyone looked into the security footage from the area around where Patricia Bessel's car was fou... ...Read More
09/19/2024
09/19/2024
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04/18/2024
04/18/2024
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08/09/2023
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08/09/2023
