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John Edwin Keyton, an 81-year-old World War I veteran, was last seen on August 3, 1973, in Bridgewater, Virginia. Keyton was traveling with his housekeeper, Flora Helmick, and her sister, Martha Helmick, in his light green 1967 Ford Fairlane. They were en route to a family reunion at Keyton's brother's home in Dabolt, Kentucky, but they never arrived. Known for being an eccentric and poor driver, Keyton had a history of traffic violations and continued to drive despite losing his license. He oft ...Read More
Last Seen: Aug 03, 1973
Last Seen: Aug 03, 1973
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Oct 06, 2017
Dec 27, 2021
John
Keyton
131
80
60 inches
70 inches
190 lbs
200 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
Aug 03, 1973
Bridgewater
Virginia
Rockingham County
275
34096
Bridgewater Police Department
Bridgewater
Virginia
Rockingham County
22812
Joseph Simmons
Chief of Police
210 Green Street, Virginia
5408282611
Local
Law Enforcement
1973-08-03
Bridgewater Police Department
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
12/01/2025
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I've been digging into the old case of John Edwin Keyton, and something that strikes me every time i... ...Read More
11/10/2024
11/10/2024
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06/30/2024
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