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Victor Elford, an 84-year-old man from Vancouver, Washington, went missing on September 10, 2014. He was last seen near the Day's Inn on NE Vancouver Mall Drive, where he was reportedly on foot. His disappearance raised immediate concerns, as his vehicle, along with personal belongings like his wallet, cell phone, and car keys, were left behind at the hotel. Elford's family reported him missing to the Vancouver Police Department that afternoon, and the authorities quickly labeled him a ...Read More
Last Seen: Sep 10, 2014

Victim Details

Sep 14, 2014

May 26, 2023

Victor

Elford

94

84

67 inches

140 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

On a Wednesday in the early autumn of 2014, an 84-year-old man named Victor James Elford, also known as Vic, disappeared in Vancouver, Washington. He was last seen on September 10th of that year, walking near the Day's Inn on Northeast Vancouver Mall Drive. A motel employee was the last person known to have seen him. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a white male, standing 5'7" and weighing between 140 and 150 pounds. He had gray or partially gray hair and blue eyes. He also had distinctive scars on his abdomen and head. The clothing he was last seen wearing consisted of a turquoise and white shirt, tan dress pants, and brown shoes. The circumstances surrounding Victor Elford's disappearance are particularly puzzling because he left behind all of his personal belongings. His wallet, car keys, and cell phone were all found, and his vehicle was also left behind. This suggests that he did not intend to be gone for a long time or travel far. It was thought that he might be traveling on foot or by bus. The official report of his disappearance was created on September 14, 2014, four days after he was last seen. The Vancouver Police Department is the investigating agency in his case. The case of Victor Elford remains unresolved, and his whereabouts are still unknown. He is one of many individuals who have gone missing, leaving behind families and communities with unanswered questions. The investigation into his disappearance is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek information that might lead to a breakthrough. His case serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the pain that accompanies the unknown. The overview of the case highlights the perplexing nature of his disappearance, given that he left all his essential items behind, suggesting an unplanned and abrupt departure.

Sep 10, 2014

Vancouver

Washington

Clark County

98682

No

23495

Vancouver Police Department

Vancouver

Washington

Clark County

98661

Jason Mills

Detective

605 East Evergreen Boulevard, Washington

3604877400

Local

Law Enforcement

V1413973

Vancouver Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Blue

Blue

06/24/2026


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