The person at the center of this case
Doran Lee Van Winkle
Missing Person · Open
19 years waiting · since 2007
Missing Person: Doran Lee Van Winkle
Justice for Doran Lee Van Winkle — the trail went cold in 2007, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Why did neighbors consider his disappearance suspicious if long walks were a regular habit?
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location
Lead #2What was his typical walking route and did he have favorite destinations in Tulsa?
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Lead #3Were there any signs of struggle or forced entry at his residence?
Doran Lee Van Winkle, a 53-year-old white male, disappeared from his Tulsa, Oklahoma residence on June 18, 2007, under suspicious circumstances. Known to take long walks, his disappearance raised concerns about possible foul play despite his regular walking habits. Nearly two decades later, the case remains unsolved with no confirmed sightings or recovery.
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Lead #4Did anyone report seeing him on June 18, 2007 or in the days following his disappearance?
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NamUs case MP8314. Missing person: Doran Lee Van Winkle.
Last known contact: 2007-06-18 in Tulsa, Tulsa, OK. Circumstances: Doran Van Winkle, a 53 year old white male, disappeared from his residence under suspicious circumstances.
According to neighbors he had a habit of walking and it was not unusual for him to walk long distances. Foul play is possible.
Demographics: 53 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 140 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Tulsa Police Department | 2007-040853 | 2007-06-18.
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2007-06-18
Last Known Contact
Doran Lee Van Winkle, age 53, disappeared from his residence in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was known to take long walks and it was not unusual for him to walk long distances.
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Case Information
Incident:June 18, 2007
Last Updated:August 7, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:June 18, 2007
Last Updated:August 7, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9185969143
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