Walter Lowell Edmunds was last seen by his family on December 11, 2011, in Chapmanville, West Virginia. Not long after he was reported missing, his car was found abandoned near Riverside High School in eastern Kanawha County, an area where he had no known ties. The car appeared stuck in a ditch but was otherwise intact.
Around the same time, witnesses recalled seeing a man matching Walter’s description at a VFW hall in Quincy. He seemed confused and had trouble communicating. Unfortunately, by the time help arrived, he had already moved on.
Walter had been showing signs of memory loss consistent with dementia, making the situation even more concerning. Despite extensive search efforts, including aerial searches and canine units, no further trace of him has ever been found. His case remains unresolved.
Walter Llowell Edmunds
Physical Description
Height: 5'10"-6’0”
Weight: 140-150 pounds
Hair Color: Gray or partially gray
Eye Color: Blue
Medical Information: Walter was believed to be experiencing symptoms of dementia
Distinctive Physical Features: Scar alongside right side of head along hair line
Clothing: It would be unusual for Edmunds to wear anything other than a flannel shirt and blue jeans.
What You Can Do
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Walter Lowell Edmunds, please contact the West Virginia State Police at (304) 792-7200.
Walter is listed in the NamUs database under case number MP41256.
Even after all these years, Walter’s story matters. Every detail, no matter how small, could help provide long-awaited answers.