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Sanford Rice Missing Person Case

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

Victim Details

Jun 29, 2016

Jan 04, 2024

Sanford

Rice

85

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

07/28/2026


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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 ...
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Last Seen: Jun 23, 2016

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