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Apr 18, 2016
Jan 12, 2024
James
Shook
59
49
68 inches
235 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
In the spring of 2015, a sense of unease settled over the central Oregon coast with the disappearance of 49-year-old James Franklin Shook. A resident of Sheridan who divided his time working in the coastal town of Depoe Bay, James was last seen in Lincoln City on May 13, 2015. His sudden absence was a cause for immediate concern among those who knew him, as it was uncharacteristic for him to be out of touch. The days that followed his last sighting were filled with a growing sense of dread as friends and family awaited any news of his whereabouts. The investigation into James's disappearance began to take a more definite shape when his vehicle, a 1999 Chevrolet Venture van, was discovered abandoned on May 19, 2015. The van was located at Cape Lookout State Park, a scenic but rugged area south of Tillamook, known for its dense forests and dramatic cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The discovery of his empty vehicle in such a remote location, miles from where he was last seen, only deepened the mystery surrounding his case. Search and rescue teams were deployed to the area, combing the park and the nearby beaches for any sign of the missing man. Despite the efforts of law enforcement and search teams, the case of James Shook remains unresolved. The Oregon State Police have continued their investigation into his disappearance, but the circumstances surrounding his last known movements and the subsequent discovery of his abandoned van have offered few clues. The official missing person report notes that he has a history of mental illness, a detail that adds a layer of complexity to the case. The search for answers continues, fueled by the hope that one day, the full story of what happened to James Franklin Shook will come to light, bringing closure to a mystery that has lingered on the Oregon coast for years. The case serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring pain of not knowing the fate of a loved one.
May 13, 2015
Lincoln City
Oregon
Lincoln County
No
24761
Oregon State Police
Tillamook
Oregon
,
SP15-149477
Oregon State Police
Blond/Strawberry
Blue
Blue
06/03/2026
