The person at the center of this case
Paul Melvin Shaffer III
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Missing Person: Paul Melvin Shaffer III
Justice for Paul Melvin Shaffer III — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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vehicle
Lead #1What vehicle was Paul driving when last seen on August 9, 2026?
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location
Lead #2Were there any specific destinations or routes Paul typically traveled in the Floral City area?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone observe Paul's vehicle or movements on August 9, 2026 in or around Floral City?
Paul Melvin Shaffer III, a 59-year-old male, was last seen driving in Floral City, Florida on August 9, 2026, and has not been heard from since. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, with no confirmed sightings or communications after that date. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.
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contact
Lead #4Why did Paul's communications cease after August 9, 2026—was there an accident, medical emergency, or other incident?
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NamUs case MP161717. Missing person: Paul Melvin Shaffer III.
Last known contact: 2026-08-09 in Floral City, Citrus, FL. Circumstances: Paul was last seen driving in the area of Floral City, Florida on 08/09/2026; the same date he was last contacted.
Demographics: 59 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 180 lbs, hair: Bald, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Citrus County Sheriff's Office | 2026-8338 | 2026-08-12.
Timeline of Events
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2026-08-09
Last Seen
Paul Melvin Shaffer III was last seen driving in the area of Floral City, Florida and was last contacted on this date.
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Case Information
Incident:August 9, 2026
Last Updated:August 17, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:August 9, 2026
Last Updated:August 17, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 3527261121
You can remain anonymous