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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13822) and 8 other sources
Lacey Buenfil, a 25-year-old mother of three, was last seen on December 27, 2011, in Altoona, Florida. On that day, she was with an acquaintance, Terry Kenneth McDowell, driving through the Ocala National Forest. The truck they were in got stuck in the sand on Railroad Grade Road. According to McDowell, Lacey left on foot to seek help and was never seen again. Bloodhounds tracked her scent to U.S. 19 but lost the trail, leading investigators to believe she may have gotten a ride. Her sudden disappearance is especially troubling, as it was out of character for her to abandon her children, with whom she maintained regular contact.

McDowell, who passed away in 2013, was considered a person of interest in the case. His death added to the mystery, as he never provided further information regarding Lacey's fate. Authorities continue to suspect foul play, and despite extensive search efforts in the Ocala National Forest, her case remains unsolved.

Lacey was last seen wearing a pink t-shirt, blue jeans, and possibly sandals. She had several distinguishing features, including pierced ears and tongue, and scars on her abdomen and right thigh. Her disappearance remains an open case, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

Last Seen: Dec 27, 2011

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Okahumpka, Florida
UP126168 • Found Jul 19, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
Weight 100%87 lb vs 90 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.