
The person at the center of this case
Michael Steven Cardone
Justice for Michael Steven Cardone — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Why was his request to move back in with family denied, and could this have motivated his disappearance?
What were his circumstances and whereabouts between February 28 and March 12, 2026?
Who last saw Michael in person and what was his mental state at that time?
Michael Steven Cardone, a 39-year-old white male, was reported missing on March 12, 2026, after his last known contact with family on February 28, 2026, in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. He had requested permission to move back in with his family in February, which was denied, and has had no contact with them since. The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the circumstances of his disappearance and seek any information that could help locate him.
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NamUs case MP159324. Missing person: Michael Steven Cardone.
Last known contact: 2026-02-28 in Lehighton, Carbon, PA. Circumstances: CARDONE reported missing by family.
Requested permission to move back in with family in February and was denied and has not had contact with them since. Demographics: 39 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 5 in, 150 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue. Investigating agency: Pennsylvania State Police | PA 2026-312804 | 2026-03-12.
Last known contact with family in Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Michael Steven Cardone reported missing by family to Pennsylvania State Police
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