Jeanine Camille Barnwell, 3: Disappeared From Philadelphia In 1985
Little is known about her case.
It is expected that when a toddler vanishes in broad daylight, there will be an abundance of information shared about her disappearance. Unfortunately, that isn't the case for three-year-old Jeanine Camille Barnwell, who vanished from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1985.
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According to reports, the last person to see little Jeanine was her mother on November 15. The specific circumstances regarding the child’s disappearance are riddled with vacancies, as all that has been shared is that she vanished sometime during the day.
Whether she was at school, playing in a park, outside her home, or with friends or relatives isn’t known. Investigators believe foul play is involved in this case, but it hasn’t been shared whether any persons of interest or suspects have been identified.
Jeanine Camille Barnwell: What To Know
At the time of her disappearance, Jeanine Camille Barnwell was 4 feet tall and 55 pounds. She had brown eyes and black/dark brown hair styled in two adorable pigtails.
Other descriptors, including any distinguishing marks, moles, or scars, are unknown. It also hasn’t been shared if the three-year-old went by any nicknames or had favorite toys or items. The Doe Network reported that her dental records and fingerprints are not on file, but authorities do have a DNA sample.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department at (215) 685-1180 or (215) 686-3093, or their local authorities. The agency case number is 14-010560.
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Case Number: 14-010560
Agency: Philadelphia Police Department
Phone: (215) 686-3093
Email: tips@phillypolice.com
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