William Purcell, III

Missing

Case Description
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William Thomas Purcell III, age 38, was last seen on October 13, 2003, in Wilmington, Delaware. On that day, three witnesses reported seeing Purcell jump from the Delaware Memorial Bridge into the Delaware River. Although a search was conducted, his body was never recovered, and he is presumed to have drowned. His vehicle was found near the bridge, heightening concerns that he intended to take his own life.

Purcell had a history of struggling with depression, and his disappearance follo ...Read More
Last Seen: Oct 13, 2003
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Victim Details

Aug 20, 2010

Apr 07, 2024

William

Purcell, III

59

38

68 inches

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 13, 2003

Wilmington

Delaware

New Castle County

19801

3804

Delaware River and Bay Authority Police

New Castle

Delaware

New Castle County

19720

Jody Hauck

Sgt.

P.O. Box 71, Delaware

3025716398

State

Law Enforcement

http://www.drba.net/

91-03-018601

2003-10-12

Delaware River and Bay Authority Police

Brown

Brown

Brown

09/16/2024


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Does anyone have any theories about the missing case of William? I've been following the story close... ...Read More
08/30/2024
Has anyone heard if there is going to be a candlelight vigil for William? I think it would be a beau... ...Read More
01/20/2023
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