NewsFebruary 20, 2004
FBI joins case of missing Mississippi family
VAUGHAN, Miss. -- The FBI has joined local authorities and the Mississippi Highway Patrol in investigating the disappearance of a family of three from their home in rural Yazoo County. The disappearance of Michael and Rebecca Hargon and their 4-year-old son, James Patrick, who have been missing since Saturday has drawn national attention...
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VAUGHAN, Miss. -- The FBI has joined local authorities and the Mississippi Highway Patrol in investigating the disappearance of a family of three from their home in rural Yazoo County.
The disappearance of Michael and Rebecca Hargon and their 4-year-old son, James Patrick, who have been missing since Saturday has drawn national attention.
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Bill and Linda Hirtz of Poplar Bluff, Mo., the parents of Rebecca Hargon, appeared on several network morning news programs this morning, including Good Morning America, hoping to draw attention to the case. Yazoo County Sheriff James Williams said Wednesday night that local investigators requested the FBI's assistance.
Blood found at the crime scene has been sent to the Mississippi state crime lab for processing. Theft is not considered a motive and the case is still under intense investigation, authorities said.
Poplar Bluff residents are taking part in prayer services and have established a fund for those who wish to make donations.
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