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Patricia Bessel Missing Person Case

Last seen in Grand Island, New York on Mar 17, 2005

Victim Details

Dec 26, 2019

Sep 15, 2023

Patricia

Bessel

88

67

66 inches

125 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Mar 17, 2005

Grand Island

New York

Erie County

14072

No

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

07/07/2026


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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

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  • Patricia Bessel | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom">Patricia Bessel | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP63783 | NamUs
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