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Linda Bowdre Missing Person Case

Last seen in Cincinnati, Ohio on Feb 14, 1988

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In the quiet community of Springfield Township, Ohio, a Valentine's Day in 1988 marked the beginning of a lasting mystery with the disappearance of 39-year-old Linda Bowdre. A successful executive at AT&T, Linda was a woman who seemed to have a structured and accomplished life. That morning, she was seen having breakfast with her husband of 18 years, Larry Bowdre. This meal would be the last confirmed sighting of her. Concern grew when Linda, known for her impeccable work attendance, fa ...Read More
Last Seen: Feb 14, 1988

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    Victim Details

    May 24, 2011

    Jan 04, 2024

    Linda

    Bowdre

    76

    39

    63 inches

    65 inches

    140 lbs

    160 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Female

    Feb 14, 1988

    Cincinnati

    Ohio

    Hamilton County

    31014

    Springfield Township Police Department

    Cincinnati

    Ohio

    ,

    OCA# 2731-88

    1988-02-16

    Springfield Township Police Department

    Sandy

    Green

    Green

    06/13/2026


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    Has anyone else found it odd that Linda's purse was found in a post office mailbox in Cincinnati? It... ...Read More
    04/30/2024
    Something that's been bothering me about Linda Bowdre's case is the discovery of her purse. I mean, ... ...Read More
    04/22/2023

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