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John Shankland Missing Person Case

Last seen in Buffalo, New York on Jun 18, 2017

Victim Details

Jul 19, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

John

Shankland

68

59

68 inches

70 inches

140 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 18, 2017

Buffalo

New York

Erie County

14202

33818

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

17-17534

2017-06-17

Buffalo Police Department

10804

White

Blue

Blue

07/30/2026


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John Shankland, 59, went missing on June 18, 2017, from his home in Buffalo, New York. After leaving his residence, his vehicle was later found in Niagara Falls, New York, but there has been no sign of Shankland himself since that day. Little is known about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and no significant leads have surfaced in the years that followed. His case remains open, and authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Jun 18, 2017

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