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Paul Fugate goes missing in Ocala National Forest in Florida

Part of the National Park Series from Somebody Knows

Photo by: National Park Service

Greetings Knowers! Today, we're going to examine the mysterious case of Paul Fugate, a 25-year-old man who vanished without a trace while on a camping trip in the Ocala National Forest in Florida.


In February 2011, Paul set out for a camping trip with his friends, but he disappeared after leaving the campsite to go on a solo hike. Despite extensive searches by the authorities and his family, no trace of Paul has ever been found.


So what happened to Paul Fugate? There are many theories, but none of them have been confirmed. Some speculate that he may have been attacked by a wild animal, while others believe he may have gotten lost in the wilderness and perished from exposure. There are also rumors of foul play, but no evidence to support them.


The case remains unsolved to this day, and his family continues to search for answers. They've set up a Facebook page dedicated to finding Paul, and his brother has even hiked through the Ocala National Forest to try and locate any possible clues.


In my opinion, the disappearance of Paul Fugate is a troubling and perplexing case. The fact that he vanished in broad daylight without a trace is deeply disturbing. With so many years have passed, it's hard to know if new leads will ever emerge. However, the tenacity of Paul's family is admirable, and I hope that someday they can find the answers they're searching for. Until then, we can only hope that Paul is found and that justice is served.

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