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James Mcneely Missing Person Case

Last seen in Frankfort, Kentucky on Apr 08, 1972

Victim Details

Mar 10, 2011

Dec 20, 2023

James

Mcneely

91

37

74 inches

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Apr 08, 1972

Frankfort

Kentucky

Franklin County

40601

No

9782

Kentucky State Police

Frankfort

Kentucky

Franklin County

40601

1250 Louisville Road, Kentucky

State

Law Enforcement

http://kentuckystatepolice.org/post-locations/post-12/

12-12133

1972-04-08

Kentucky State Police

Black

Blue

Blue

07/08/2026


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In April of 1972, the Kentucky River, swollen by heavy rains, was raging through Franklin County. The water levels were dangerously high, creating treacherous conditions for anyone on or near the river. It was in this perilous environment that Kentucky State Police Trooper James W. McNeely, a 37-year-old with 16 years of service, answered a call for help. Two young canoeists were reported missing, and despite being off-duty, Trooper McNeely, who had recently been tasked with leading the boating ...
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Last Seen: Apr 08, 1972

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    Has anyone here looked into James McNeely's potential connections through his community involvement?... ...Read More
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