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William Cole, Jr Missing Person Case

Last seen in Jewell Ridge, Virginia on Mar 05, 2021

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In the rural landscape of Jewell Ridge, Virginia, 76-year-old William Arthur Cole, Jr. was a familiar, if solitary, figure. A resident of a secluded area, he was known for his love of the outdoors and would often be seen walking the trails and his own lengthy driveway, which stretched for about a mile. As the world grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Cole, like many, kept to himself, further deepening the quiet of his rural life. He was last seen near his home in March of 2021, a detail tha ...Read More
Last Seen: Mar 05, 2021

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  • MISSING: Buchanan County man last seen more than a week ago
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    • Victim Details

    Feb 07, 2023

    Apr 04, 2024

    William

    Cole, Jr

    79

    76

    65 inches

    120 lbs

    140 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Mar 05, 2021

    Jewell Ridge

    Virginia

    Buchanan County

    No

    123071

    Buchanan County Sheriff

    Vansant

    Virginia

    Buchanan County

    24656

    Mark Lowe

    Lieutenant / Investigator

    1327 Lovers Gap Road, Virginia

    2769352313

    County

    Law Enforcement

    https://www.buchanancountyonline.com/sheriff.htm

    2021041341

    2021-04-19

    Buchanan County Sheriff

    2906

    Gray or Partially Gray

    Blue

    Blue

    07/04/2026


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    Has anyone else noticed how unusual it is that William Arthur Cole Jr. wasn't reported missing until... ...Read More
    06/06/2024
    Has anyone else been following William Cole Jr.'s case from Jewell Ridge? Something that's been on m... ...Read More
    11/17/2023

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