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James A Ryding Missing Person Case

Last seen in Niagara Falls, New York on Dec 08, 2017

Victim Details

James A

Ryding

89

81

70 inches

70 inches

165 lbs

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Coat Blue, Winter, Possibly wearing a puffy royal blue coat Jeans Blue, Possibly wearing jeans Scar Abdomen, Surgical scar

Dec 08, 2017

Niagara Falls

New York

Niagara Regional Police Service

Niagara Regional

905-688-4111

905-688-4111

Law Enforcement

2021-35593

Niagara Regional Police Service

Grey

Brown

Brown

No

09/22/2026


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In the winter of 2017, the community of Niagara Falls, New York, was left with a lingering question following the disappearance of one of its elderly residents. James A. Ryding, an 81-year-old man, was last seen on December 11, 2017. Known for his independence and his frequent walks around his neighborhood, his absence created immediate concern among those who knew him. On the day he vanished, it is believed he left his home for one of these routine outings but never came back. Another account s ...
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Last Seen: Dec 08, 2017

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