
The person at the center of this case
Michael Trevor Owen Naughton
Justice for Michael Trevor Owen Naughton — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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What vehicle was Michael driving when he ran out of gas, and where was it located?
Were there any nearby residences, businesses, or landmarks in the Vida area where he might have sought assistance?
Did anyone in the Vida area see Michael after he ran out of gas on February 18, 2026?
Michael Trevor Owen Naughton, a 42-year-old male, went missing on February 18, 2026, after running out of gas in the Vida area of Lane County, Oregon. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators have not yet determined what happened after he ran out of fuel. Anyone with information about his whereabouts or activities that day is urged to contact the Lane County Sheriff's Office.
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What time of day did Michael run out of gas, and how long was he stranded before disappearing?
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Official wording
NamUs case MP155856. Missing person: Michael Trevor Owen Naughton.
Last known contact: 2026-02-18 in Vida, Lane, OR. Circumstances: Last seen 02/18/2026 after running out of gas in the Vida area.
Demographics: 42 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 162 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Lane County Sheriff's Office | 26-0867 | 2026-02-19.
Michael Trevor Owen Naughton last seen after running out of gas in the Vida area
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