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Robert Wykel

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Robert Wykel, a 65-year-old retired sheet metal worker and classic car enthusiast from Burien, Washington, was last seen on February 21, 1996. He left his home that day intending to purchase a 1961 Ford Thunderbird but never returned. Known for carrying large sums of cash to use in his car restoration business, Wykel likely had about $5,000 with him when he disappeared.

His 1989 Mercedes-Benz was found abandoned at a Burien Park and Ride on March 11, 1996, with no signs of him. His wall ...Read More
Last Seen: Feb 21, 1996
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    Victim Details

    Dec 29, 2009

    Jun 07, 2023

    Robert

    Wykel

    94

    65

    71 inches

    205 lbs

    225 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Feb 21, 1996

    Seattle

    Washington

    King County

    98166

    No

    8028

    King County Sheriff's Office

    Seattle

    Washington

    King County

    98104

    Thomas Jensen

    Analyst

    516 3rd Avenue Room W-150, Washington

    2062964155

    County

    Law Enforcement

    https://kingcounty.gov/depts/sheriff.aspx

    96-082826

    King County Sheriff's Office

    8008

    Brown

    Brown

    Brown

    No

    01/18/2026


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