The morning of August 30, 2007, began like any other in the Las Vegas home of 81-year-old Opal Marie Parsons. She was last seen by her daughter at approximately 5:00 a.m. at their residence in the 100 block of Sir David Way. Opal, an active and social woman, had plans to meet friends for lunch at 12:30 p.m. that day, but she never arrived. When her daughter returned home from work at 2:00 p.m., she discovered that her mother was gone.
The television had been left on, and the front door was unlocked with the key still in it, which was uncharacteristic of Opal. Her van remained in the driveway with the keys inside; the only thing missing was her purse.
The day after her disappearance, a significant development occurred when Opal's ATM card was used at Sam's Town Casino in Las Vegas. However, surveillance footage from the casino did not show Opal at the machine, leading authorities to believe someone else was using her card. Further investigation led to the discovery of her driver's license and Social Security card on the casino floor near an exit. Police were able to identify and locate the man who had used the ATM card. He told investigators that he found her purse and cell phone in a trash bin and was ultimately not considered a suspect in her disappearance. There were no signs of forced entry at Opal's home, which has led investigators to suspect she may have been lured away or abducted by someone she knew and trusted.
Opal Parsons was described as being in good physical and mental health at the time she went missing, with no history of dementia. She was a woman of routine who enjoyed crossword puzzles, dancing, and was a member of the Heritage United Methodist Church. Friends and family described her as someone who preferred to drive rather than walk and would not typically leave without informing someone or leaving a note. She lived on a retirement fund and Social Security, and was not considered wealthy. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance, including leaving her home in an uncharacteristic state and the subsequent discovery of her personal items, have led law enforcement to suspect foul play is involved in her case. The investigation into what happened to Opal Marie Parsons remains ongoing as her family and community continue to seek answers.Last Seen: Aug 30, 2007
