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James Donald, a 16-year-old male, was reported missing from Lawton, Oklahoma, on November 10, 2024. He has brown eyes and brown hair, and is described as having a slim build. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and authorities are actively seeking any information that could lead to his whereabouts.

The Lawton Police Department is leading the investigation and has urged anyone with information to come forward. The case has garnered significant attention, with ...Read More
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Victim Details

Dec 11, 2024

Dec 13, 2024

James

Donald

16

16

72 inches

73 inches

125 lbs

135 lbs

Black / African American

Male

In the autumn of 2024, a family in Lawton, Oklahoma, experienced profound worry and uncertainty. On November 10th, 16-year-old James Donald, a young man of Black and Hispanic descent, disappeared from his home. At the time he was last seen, James was described as being between 6'0" and 6'1" tall, with a slender build, weighing between 125 and 135 pounds. He had brown hair and brown eyes. The last image his family had of him was of him wearing a simple white t-shirt and blue jeans, a common outfit for a teenager, yet one that would become a crucial detail in the efforts to find him. His sudden absence left his loved ones with a void and a host of unanswered questions, sparking immediate concern for his well-being and safety. The days that followed his disappearance were filled with anxiety as the search for James commenced. The Lawton Police Department was notified and began their investigation, piecing together the timeline of his last known movements and reaching out to the community for any information that could lead to his whereabouts. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance were not immediately clear, adding to the distress of his family and friends. Every passing day without word heightened the urgency of the situation, as the hope of a safe return mingled with the fear of the unknown. The community was urged to be vigilant and to report any possible sightings, no matter how insignificant they might seem. Fortunately, this period of distress came to a close with the news that James Donald had been located and was alive. While the specific details and date of his recovery have not been publicly disclosed, the confirmation that he was found brought an end to the active missing person case. The resolution of his case marked a moment of immense relief for his family and all those who had been concerned for him. The case of James Donald's disappearance serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of normalcy and the profound impact such an event has on a family and a community, which ultimately concluded with a positive outcome.

Nov 10, 2024

Lawton

Oklahoma

Comanche County

Lawton

No

159515

Lawton Police Department

Lawton

Oklahoma

Comanche County

73501

100 South Railroad Street, Oklahoma

5805813270

Local

Law Enforcement

2024-00079610

2024-11-12

Lawton Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Yes

06/22/2026


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