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William Arthur Cole Jr., age 76, was last seen on March 5, 2021, in the Chicken Ridge area of Jewell Ridge, Buchanan County, Virginia. He reportedly went for a walk in the woods near his home, a familiar activity for Cole, who was known to enjoy walking in the rural landscape. However, he did not return, and after approximately a week and a half without contact, Cole was officially reported missing on April 19, 2021.
An extensive search was quickly launched by the Buchanan County Sherif ...Read More
Last Seen: Mar 05, 2021
An extensive search was quickly launched by the Buchanan County Sherif ...Read More
Last Seen: Mar 05, 2021
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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
290
123071
Buchanan County Sheriff
Vansant
Virginia
Buchanan County
24656
Mark Lowe
Lieutenant / Investigator
1327 Lovers Gap Road, Virginia
2769352313
County
Law Enforcement
2021041341
2021-04-19
Buchanan County Sheriff
2906
Gray or Partially Gray
Blue
Blue
11/22/2025
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Forum Posts (2)
Has anyone else noticed how unusual it is that William Arthur Cole Jr. wasn't reported missing until... ...Read More
06/06/2024
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
11/17/2023
