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James Ryding Missing Person Case

Last seen in Niagara Falls, New York on Dec 11, 2017

Victim Details

Jan 10, 2018

Jan 12, 2024

James

Ryding

89

81

69 inches

70 inches

160 lbs

170 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 11, 2017

Niagara Falls

New York

Niagara County

14303

303

New York State Park Police - Niagara

Niagara Falls

New York

Niagara County

14303

570 Whirlpool St., New York

7162781777

State

Law Enforcement

https://parks.ny.gov/park-police/contact-us.aspx

17-42987

2017-12-22

New York State Park Police - Niagara

na

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

07/23/2026


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James Ryding, an 81-year-old man from Niagara Falls, New York, was last seen on December 11, 2017. Ryding, a long-time resident of the area, was known for his independence despite his age, and he frequently went on walks around his neighborhood. On the day of his disappearance, Ryding left his home for what was believed to be a routine outing, but he never returned. When his family realized he had been gone for an unusually long time and failed to make contact, they reported him missing to local ...
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Last Seen: Dec 11, 2017

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