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Gloria Mcdonald Missing Person Case

Last seen in Mena, Arkansas on Jan 26, 2001

Victim Details

Mar 30, 2011

Dec 03, 2018

Gloria

Mcdonald

93

68

66 inches

119 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jan 26, 2001

Mena

Arkansas

Polk County

3897

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Mena

Arkansas

Polk County

71953

Scott Sawyer

Sheriff

507 Church Avenue, Arkansas

4793942511

County

Law Enforcement

01-042

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Red/Auburn

Brown

Brown

07/08/2026


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In the quiet town of Mena, Arkansas, the story of Gloria McDonald's disappearance began on a day meant for family and enjoying the natural beauty of the Ouachita National Forest. Gloria and her husband, Daniel, had recently settled in Mena, a place she came to after growing up in New York and Texas. She had embraced her new community, working as a reporter for the local newspaper and becoming a familiar and well-liked figure. On January 26, 2001, Gloria, her husband, his son Sean, and Sean& ...
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Last Seen: Jan 26, 2001

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  • The Mysterious Disappearance of Gloria McDonald - Medium
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    Hey everyone, I’ve been thinking about the camera McDonald had with her when she disappeared— a ... ...Read More
    02/17/2024
    Has anyone come across any details about that Minolta camera McDonald was carrying when she disappea... ...Read More
    12/28/2023
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