Michael McCool

Left: Michael circa, 1978

Right: Age Progressed to age 46


Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

Missing Since: June 28, 1978

Missing From: Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Classification: Endangered Missing

Date Of Birth: February 15, 1964

Age: 14 years old

Height and Weight: 5’0″ and 100 pounds

Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian Male, Brown hair, Blue eyes, Michael has a small scar near his right eye and a dimple on his chin

NCMEC Number: 769480


Details of Disappearance

Michael was last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 28th 1978. He left his family’s home that morning to walk to his place of employment which was at the Kensington Acme. He bagged groceries.

Michael’s brother saw him briefly that afternoon. He was last seen in the company of two adult males who have not been identified. He never arrived home and was never seen again afterwards. Investigators do not know if these two men were involved in his disappearance.

Michael’s disappearance remains unsolved.


Investigating Agency

If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Philadelphia Police Department 215-685-1180


Source Information

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The Charley Project

The Doe Network

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