A Vanishing in Jal

Angela “Angel” LaDawn Kelton-McManes, a 43-year-old mother of three, was last seen on May 14, 2019, in Jal, New Mexico. Known for her petite stature—standing at 4'11" and weighing approximately 90 pounds—Angela had dyed black hair, hazel eyes, and several distinctive tattoos, including the word “Sexy” on the back of her neck and a red-eyed tree frog on her left calf.

Delayed Alarm

Angela's tendency to travel for extended periods without notice led to a delayed missing person report. It wasn't until mid-June 2019 that her sister, who had custody of Angela's children, reported her missing. The children had visited Angela's home to collect belongings and found essential items left behind: her only bra, glasses, cigarettes, cell phone, money, and crucial diabetes medication. ...Read More