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William Paul Smolinski Jr. Missing Person Case

Last seen in Waterbury, Connecticut on Aug 24, 2004

Victim Details

Jan 26, 2026

Jan 26, 2026

William

Paul Smolinski Jr.

52

31

5'11 - 6'0 inches

200 lbs

White

Male

Aug 24, 2004

Waterbury

Connecticut

Waterbury

Waterbury Police Departmen

203-574-6941

07/12/2026

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In the late summer of 2004, William 'Billy' Smolinski Jr., a 31-year-old resident of Waterbury, Connecticut, vanished, leaving behind a life that appeared to be full of routine and responsibility. On August 24th, he asked a neighbor to look after his beloved German Shepherd, Harley, for a few days, explaining that he was heading north to look at a car. This was the last time he was seen. When he didn't return as planned, his family grew concerned. Their attempts to file a missing ...
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Last Seen: Aug 24, 2004

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