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Zdravko Prepolec

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In May 2001, a 17-year-old individual was reported missing from Phoenix, Arizona. The initial assumption was that they had voluntarily left home, as a note was found indicating an intention to travel to California. However, over time, suspicions grew, particularly focusing on a family member due to reported controlling behavior and inconsistencies in their account.

In 2008, a significant development occurred when law enforcement conducted a search of the family residence. This search un ...Read More
Last Seen: May 01, 2001
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  • Missing Person / NamUs
    • Victim Details

    Sep 20, 2023

    Sep 21, 2023

    Zdravko

    Prepolec

    65

    41

    71 inches

    165 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    May 01, 2001

    Phoenix

    Arizona

    Maricopa County

    Phoenix

    No

    360

    129730

    Phoenix Police Department

    Phoenix

    Arizona

    Maricopa County

    85004

    2120 North Central Avenue, Arizona

    6022626151

    Local

    Law Enforcement

    202100000673745

    2021-05-01

    Phoenix Police Department

    Brown

    Brown

    Brown

    Yes

    12/18/2025


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    Forum Posts (2)
    Hey everyone,
    I’ve been following Zdravko's disappearance, and while reading through some older... ...Read More
    12/04/2023
    Just came across something curious about Zdravko's case that I haven't seen discussed in much depth ... ...Read More
    04/28/2023
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