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James Woodard Missing Person Case

Last seen in Waukegan, Illinois on Oct 01, 2003

Victim Details

Mar 30, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

James

Woodard

80

58

70 inches

145 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 01, 2003

Waukegan

Illinois

Lake County

60068

18189

Waukegan Police Department

Waukegan

Illinois

Lake County

60085

101 N West, Illinois

8475592678

Local

2003-71628

2003-12-22

Waukegan Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

06/29/2026


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In the autumn of 2003, 58-year-old James Warren Woodard, a resident of Waukegan, Illinois, went to his bank and withdrew a substantial amount of money. This transaction, occurring on October 2nd, would be the last confirmed sighting of Woodard. Following this, he seemingly vanished, leaving behind a life and a concerned circle of family and friends. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance immediately raised red flags for law enforcement, who suspected foul play was involved. The initial ...
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Last Seen: Oct 01, 2003

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP33159 | NamUs
  • 5628DMIL - James Warren Woodard - Doe Network
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    I recently came across James Warren Woodard's case, and one aspect that I'm particularly puzzled by ... ...Read More
    09/12/2024
    Has anyone delved into the significance of the route Woodard might have taken from Illinois to Texas... ...Read More
    07/21/2024
    Has anyone looked into the possibility that James Warren Woodard had a secret connection to Texas? I... ...Read More
    06/12/2024
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