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Case Description

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Donella Jean Coultas, aged 29, was last seen on December 18, 1979, in South Pasadena, California. According to her husband, Leonard Coultas, they had a heated argument, and Donella left the house angrily. She has not been heard from since. Leonard claimed that Donella only had $50 and a credit card when she left, but the card was never used. Her purse, wallet, wedding ring, and keys were all left behind at the house.

The case became suspicious due to conflicting details from Leonard. He admitted that the argument had turned violent, during which he struck Donella with a vase, causing her to bleed from her nose and ears. Despite this, he denies any involvement in her disappearance. While police considered Leonard a suspect early on, some evidence was lost, and no charges were ever filed. Donella's family has long suspected foul play and believes Leonard was involved in her disappearance.

At the time of her disappearance, Donella was working as an executive secretary and was the mother of a two-year-old son. Her case remains unsolved, and authorities suspect foul play. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues to handle the investigation.

Last Seen: Dec 18, 1979