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Dec 12, 2008
Mar 19, 2024
George
McDonald
76
34
66 inches
160 lbs
American Indian / Alaska Native
Male
In the summer of 1982, a 34-year-old man named George William McDonald, also known by his nickname "Cossie," vanished from the area of Omak, Washington. On July 14th, George, a member of the Colville tribe, was camping in a forested area several miles to the east of the city. This was the last time he was seen. Following his disappearance, he has not had any contact with friends or family. George is described as a Native American male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at 5'6" and weighing around 160 pounds. The investigation into George's disappearance has been handled by the Colville Tribal Police Department. Despite the passage of many years, the case has remained open with few leads to follow. One theory that has been considered is the possibility that George may have relocated and started a new life under a different name. There was even a suggestion that he might be employed at a winery in California, though this has never been confirmed. This has left those who knew him with many unanswered questions. The case of George William McDonald remains an unsolved missing person investigation. The lack of concrete evidence or significant leads has made it difficult for law enforcement to piece together the events leading to his disappearance. The official report indicates he went missing from tribal land, adding a layer of jurisdictional complexity to the initial investigation. For decades, his family and community have held onto hope for answers, grappling with the ambiguity of his fate. His disappearance serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind a void of uncertainty and a lingering sense of loss for those they left behind.
Jul 14, 1982
Omak
Washington
Okanogan County
Yes
30634
Colville Tribal Law Enforcement
Nespelem
Washington
Okanogan County
99155
Dustin Best
Chief
21 Colville Street, Washington
5096342249
Tribal
Law Enforcement
3010-82
Colville Tribal Law Enforcement
4086
Brown
Brown
Brown
06/13/2026
