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Case Description
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Melvin Shoemaker, a 70-year-old man from Parkman, Ohio, disappeared on April 11, 1994, under mysterious circumstances. He was last seen leaving his home, but left his vehicles behind, and only his wallet and keys were missing. Described as a quiet man who led an isolated life, Shoemaker had a strained relationship with his family, particularly his son Glenn, with whom he had a history of conflict. In 1978, police reports indicated that Glenn had locked Melvin in their home multiple times and eve ...Read More
Last Seen: Apr 17, 1994
Last Seen: Apr 17, 1994
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Jul 14, 2022
Melvin
Shoemaker
100
70
69 inches
200 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
Apr 17, 1994
Chardon
Ohio
Geauga County
246
15253
Geauga County Sheriff's Office
Chardon
Ohio
Geauga County
44024
J. Vetter
Det.
12450 Merritt Drive, Ohio
4406351234
County
Law Enforcement
94-4130
Geauga County Sheriff's Office
Brown
Brown
Brown
11/28/2025
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Forum Posts (3)
Has anyone else noticed the strange timing of events around Melvin Shoemaker's disappearance? I mean... ...Read More
12/13/2024
12/13/2024
I've been following Melvin Shoemaker's case for years, and something that's always puzzled me is the... ...Read More
10/14/2024
10/14/2024
So much about this case sends chills down my spine, especially when considering the family dynamics.... ...Read More
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
