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Hey everyone, just wanted to drop in and bring up something I haven't seen discussed much. I'm really curious about the role of local businesses and if any have come forward with any video footage or additional information on Bob Austin's movements on the last day he was seen. The area where he went missing isn’t huge, and I know that even small shops and gas stations often have surveillance cameras these days. I’m not sure if this has been explored yet, but I keep thinking about who might have seen him right before he vanished. Local businesses can sometimes hold unexpected clues, and it's worth considering if they haven’t already been involved in the search efforts. Has anyone heard if the police have canvassed these kinds of places as part of their investigation?
I am really focused on the role social media played in Robert's disappearance case. The posts from his family, especially his daughter-in-law, seemed to have brought the entire Baysville community together. It’s incredible how fast word spread and how many people showed up to help the search efforts. Does anyone have more insight into how these social media campaigns work? Do they often lead to real breakthroughs, or do they sometimes just raise awareness? The response here was amazing — over 100 volunteers! Just looking to understand more about how these platforms can be a double-edged sword sometimes, but in this case, it seems like it brought a lot of unity and support. Any thoughts or similar cases where social media made a significant impact?