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William Donald Leach, aged 49, was last seen on March 17, 1976, near his home just south of Laytonville, California. Leach, who also went by the name Frederick Donald Leach, was a mechanic known for his passion for collecting vehicles and motorcycles. At the time of his disappearance, he was involved in a dispute with some individuals, reportedly over his refusal to sell them certain items. Shortly before he went missing, a friend observed Leach limping, and Leach mentioned that he had been beat ...Read More
Last Seen: Mar 17, 1976
Last Seen: Mar 17, 1976
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Sep 26, 2012
Dec 09, 2021
William
Leach
97
49
67 inches
68 inches
165 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
Mar 17, 1976
Laytonville
California
Mendocino County
95454
168
12389
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office
Ukiah
California
Mendocino County
95482
951 Low Gap Road, California
7074634411
County
Law Enforcement
1976-0715
1976-03-17
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office
Gray or Partially Gray
Blue
Blue
11/29/2025
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Has anyone looked into WWDL's collection habits as a potential motive? Given his extensive vehicle a... ...Read More
08/29/2024
08/29/2024
