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Linda Bowdre Missing Person Case

Last seen in Cincinnati, Ohio on Feb 14, 1988

Victim Details

May 24, 2011

Jan 04, 2024

Linda

Bowdre

77

39

63 inches

65 inches

140 lbs

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Feb 14, 1988

Cincinnati

Ohio

Hamilton County

31014

Springfield Township Police Department

Cincinnati

Ohio

,

OCA# 2731-88

1988-02-16

Springfield Township Police Department

Sandy

Green

Green

07/06/2026


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In the quiet community of Springfield Township, Ohio, a Valentine's Day in 1988 marked the beginning of a lasting mystery with the disappearance of 39-year-old Linda Bowdre. A successful executive at AT&T, Linda was a woman who seemed to have a structured and accomplished life. That morning, she was seen having breakfast with her husband of 18 years, Larry Bowdre. This meal would be the last confirmed sighting of her. Concern grew when Linda, known for her impeccable work attendance, fa ...
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Last Seen: Feb 14, 1988

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    Has anyone else found it odd that Linda's purse was found in a post office mailbox in Cincinnati? It... ...Read More
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