Lonnie Odell Eplin
Lonnie Odell Eplin was last seen on February 8, 1997, in Hamlin, West Virginia. At the time of his disappearance, he may have been accompanied by a dog. Since that day, there has been no contact or confirmed sightings of him. Despite ongoing efforts, his whereabouts remain unknown.
Physical Description
Height: Between 5'9" and 6'0"
Weight: Between 145 and 150 pounds
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Brown
Distinguishing Features:
Pierced left ear
Burn marks on both forearms
Scars on the back of the neck and shoulders
Scars on the left shoulder, left wrist, neck, right finger, and right wrist
What You Can Do
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Lonnie Odell Eplin please contact the West Virginia State Police at (304) 478-3101.
Lonnie is listed in the NamUs database under case number MP40805.
Even after all these years, Lonnie's disappearance remains unresolved. His story matters, and any new information could help bring long-awaited answers.
Behind the Scenes of the Project
We received a response to our FOIA request from the WVSP that stated they had no documentation on Mr. Eplin.