Episode
Police look for new leads on Fort Worth man missing since 1984
- Podcast
- The Missing Persons Report
- Published
- Jun 6, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2092
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Summary
The episode examines the mysterious 1984 disappearance of 18-year-old Richard W. Powell from Fort Worth, Texas. It details how the young man vanished after leaving his home for work, only for his vehicle to be discovered abandoned with suspicious signs of violence a month later. The narrative highlights specific physical identifiers, such as curved pinky fingers and dental work, which remain vital for potential identification. Decades later, the Fort Worth Police Department continues to seek fresh leads and DNA samples from relatives to resolve the cold case. The source also explores the emotional toll on Powell's family and the historical context of crime in the region during the 1980s. Ultimately, the text serves as a call to action, urging the public to provide any information that might finally bring closure to this long-standing investigation. This episode includes AI-generated content.