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Jon Anthony Engel, a 63-year-old man from Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, was reported missing after last being seen in late 2024. His disappearance drew attention from law enforcement and missing persons networks, which recorded his case and began investigative efforts to determine his whereabouts. Limited information was initially available about the circumstances of his disappearance, and public sources did not provide details about what may have led to him going missing.

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Feb 11, 2025

Feb 14, 2025

Jon

Engel

63

63

72 inches

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

It is with a heavy heart that this synopsis confirms that Jon Anthony Engel has been located deceased. In the late autumn of 2024, concern began to grow for 63-year-old Jon Anthony Engel, a resident of Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. He was last seen on November 19, 2024, and his last communication with his family was on November 20, 2024. During this final contact, he mentioned he was embarking on a trip to Tennessee. The purpose of this journey was to return a black 2016 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck to a car dealership. His family expected to hear from him upon his arrival, but as time passed with no word, a sense of unease settled in. The dealership in Tennessee confirmed that Mr. Engel never arrived, and the truck was not returned as planned. This was the beginning of a distressing period for his loved ones, who were left with unanswered questions and growing fears for his safety and well-being. The search for Jon Engel was initiated by the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department. Details of his last known movements and the description of the vehicle he was driving were shared in the hope that someone might have seen him or the truck. The vehicle was described as a black 2016 Chevrolet Silverado with a Tennessee license plate, 311BDQB, and could have also displayed a temporary Tennessee registration, QTLXW7E. Authorities and his family were deeply concerned, as it was out of character for him to be out of touch for an extended period. The lack of any communication or financial activity only heightened the sense of urgency surrounding his disappearance. The days turned into weeks, and with no solid leads, the community was asked to remain vigilant and report any possible sightings or information that might help locate him. Ultimately, the search for Jon Engel came to a tragic end. The exact date and the specific circumstances of his passing, as well as when and where he was located, have not been publicly detailed. This lack of information leaves a void for those who followed his case and hoped for a different outcome. The case, which began as a search for a missing person, has now concluded with the heartbreaking confirmation of his death. The focus has since shifted to understanding the events that transpired after he was last heard from, and providing support and privacy to his grieving family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. The overview of this case is a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the deep impact a person's absence has on their community.

Nov 20, 2024

Mount Pocono

Pennsylvania

Monroe County

Mount Pocono

No

164252

Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department

Pocono Summit

Pennsylvania

Monroe County

18346

2454 Route 940, Pennsylvania

5708952400

Local

Law Enforcement

https://pmrpd.com/

24-012891

Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department

na

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Yes

06/01/2026


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