On today’s episode of Midday Missing, host Teri True Crime shares the story of Sarah Elizabeth Avon, who vanished from Joliet, Illinois on July 21, 1981 and Bethany Ruby Bower, who vanished from Newton, Illinois on July 24, 2021
Their disappearance remains a heartbreaking mystery. As we dive into the timeline, known facts, and search efforts, we hope to keep Sarah Avon’s and Bethany Bower]’s story alive and bring awareness to their case’s.
💔 Sarah Elizabeth Avon was just six years old when she vanished from Joliet, Illinois on July 21, 1981, after walking away from a group of children during a summer evening. More than four decades later, her disappearance remains unsolved, and her family is still searching for answers.

💔 Bethany Ruby Bower disappeared from Newton, Illinois in July 2021, leaving behind personal belongings, her dog, and countless unanswered questions. Despite years of searches and ongoing investigation efforts, Bethany has never been found and her loved ones continue to fight for answers.

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