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Sanford Rice Missing Person Case

Last seen in Marion Forks, Oregon on Jun 23, 2016

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Case Description

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On June 23, 2016, 75-year-old Sanford 'Sandy' Rice, an experienced hiker from Blachly, Oregon, embarked on what was intended to be a day hike in the picturesque Marion Lake area, located off Highway 22. He was reported missing after he failed to return home. His vehicle was later discovered at the Marion Lake Trailhead, and inside, authorities found entry receipts that confirmed his plan for a short, one-day excursion. Several other hikers in the area recalled seeing Rice near the lake ...Read More
Last Seen: Jun 23, 2016

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    Victim Details

    Jun 29, 2016

    Jan 04, 2024

    Sanford

    Rice

    83

    75

    66 inches

    67 inches

    150 lbs

    160 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Jun 23, 2016

    Marion Forks

    Oregon

    Linn County

    No

    18491

    Linn County Sheriff's Office

    Albany

    Oregon

    Linn County

    97322

    Andy Franklin

    Captain

    1115 SE Jackson Street, Oregon

    5419673950

    County

    Law Enforcement

    https://www.linnsheriff.org/

    16-10471

    2016-06-24

    Linn County Sheriff's Office

    Gray or Partially Gray

    Blue

    Blue

    06/18/2026


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    Forum Posts (3)

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    09/04/2023
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    07/24/2023
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    03/10/2023

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