Carol Sullivan

Missing
Case Description
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On September 20, 1978, 12-year-old Carol Lynn Sullivan was last seen standing at her school bus stop in Osteen, Florida, around 6:50 a.m. That same day, she disappeared. Just 12 days later, her skull was discovered inside a rusty paint can more than two miles away, but the rest of her remains were never recovered. This gruesome discovery shocked the local community and investigators alike, who have been searching for answers ever since.

Despite initial suspicions and investigations, no ...Read More
Last Seen: Sep 20, 1978
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    Victim Details

    May 15, 2019

    May 09, 2023

    Carol

    Sullivan

    58

    12

    59 inches

    80 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Female

    Sep 20, 1978

    Osteen

    Florida

    Volusia County

    No

    50479

    Volusia County Sheriff's Office

    Daytona Beach

    Florida

    Volusia County

    32124

    1330 Indian Lake Road, Florida

    3862541537

    County

    Law Enforcement

    78-09-3838

    Volusia County Sheriff's Office

    Brown

    Hazel

    Hazel

    No

    09/24/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Has this case gone cold? It seems like there hasn't been any updates or new information in a while. ... ...Read More
    08/09/2024
    Has anyone heard if there was a candlelight vigil held for Carol? I would love to attend if there wa... ...Read More
    05/10/2024
    My heart goes out to the victim and their family during this difficult time. I am praying for their ... ...Read More
    11/01/2023
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