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Elizabeth Franks
Missing Person · Open
61 years waiting · since 1965
Missing Person: Elizabeth Franks
Justice for Elizabeth Franks — the trail went cold in 1965, but the truth hasn't.
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witness
Lead #1Who was the last person to see Elizabeth Franks and what were the exact circumstances of her disappearance?
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clue
Lead #2Were there any reported sightings or communications from Elizabeth after April 1, 1965?
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person
Lead #3Did Elizabeth have any known associates, friends, or romantic interests who might have information about her disappearance?
Elizabeth Franks, a 17-year-old girl with red hair and blue eyes, disappeared in Toledo, Ohio shortly before Easter in April 1965. Over 60 years later, the circumstances of her disappearance remain unknown, with no confirmed sightings or clear leads documented in available records. Her case remains open with the Lucas County Prosecutor's Office, and anyone with information about her whereabouts is urged to come forward.
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Lead #4What investigative steps were taken in 1965, and are there any physical evidence or records that remain from the original investigation?
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NamUs case MP14033. Missing person: Elizabeth Franks.
Last known contact: 1965-04-01 in Toledo, Lucas, OH. Circumstances: Franks was last seen in Toledo, Ohio before Easter in April 1965.
Demographics: 17 years, Female, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 2 in, 95 lbs, hair: Red/Auburn, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Lucas County Prosecutor's Office | 07952403 | 2003-11-25.
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1965-04-01
Last seen before Easter
Elizabeth Franks was last seen in Toledo, Ohio before Easter in April 1965. She was 17 years old at the time.
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1965
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1965
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 4192134689
You can remain anonymous