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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9052) and 6 other sources
Orville Turner Seaton, a 71-year-old man, was last seen on December 23, 1997, in Navasota, Texas. He was spotted in the parking lot of Harlan's Grocery Store, where witnesses saw him getting into a gray four-door car with a young African-American male. Seaton, who lived alone in nearby Washington County, had gone to Navasota to drop off clothes at a dry cleaner, but he never picked them up, and no one has heard from him since. His daughter reported him missing on January 3, 1998, and his disappearance remains unsolved.

Seaton was described as a 5'10" African-American male, weighing approximately 170 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. He had a scar on his left arm, which also contained metal screws and a plate from a previous injury. At the time of his disappearance, he was known to walk everywhere and frequently ran errands around town. Despite numerous investigations over the years, no significant leads have emerged, and authorities continue to appeal for information from the public.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office, along with other agencies, is still seeking tips in the hopes of resolving this decades-old case. If anyone has information, they are encouraged to contact local authorities.

Last Seen: Dec 23, 1997