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Brandon Lee Wade and Paula Ann Wade
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BRANDON LEE WADE
Brandon Lee Wade, age 3, and his mother Paula Ann Wade were reported missing on October 14, 2002, from Valdosta, Georgia after Paula failed to report to work at Sam's Club. The FBI Atlanta Field Office and Valdosta Police Department are seeking public assistance in locating both individuals.
Valdosta, Georgia
🏛️ FBI Atlanta Field Office and Valdosta Police Department
Case Summary
Brandon Lee Wade, age 3, and his mother Paula Ann Wade were reported missing on October 14, 2002, from Valdosta, Georgia after Paula failed to report to work at Sam's Club. The FBI Atlanta Field Office and Valdosta Police Department are seeking public assistance in locating both individuals.
Timeline of Events
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October 14, 2002
Brandon Lee Wade and Paula Ann Wade reported missing
Paula Ann Wade failed to report to work at Sam's Club in Valdosta, Georgia, prompting the missing person report for both mother and son.
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Points of Interest / Key Leads
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person
Lead #1Paula Ann Wade - mother of Brandon Lee Wade
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Lead #2Brandon Lee Wade - age 3, brown hair, hazel eyes, 2'9" tall, 33 pounds at time of disappearance
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location
Lead #3Sam's Club in Valdosta, Georgia - last known location before disappearance
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Case Information
Case Type:
Missing Person
Status:
Open
Case Number:211
Started:October 14, 2002
Last Updated:April 26, 2026