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Navy Veteran Found Deceased in Georgia After Disappearing
23 Feb
Summary
- A 72-year-old Navy veteran, Margaret Hanley, was found deceased.
- Her car was located in Hinesville, Georgia, where she disappeared.
- Family suspected a scam due to unusual bank account transactions.

A search for a missing 72-year-old Navy veteran has concluded with a tragic discovery in Georgia. Margaret Hanley was reported missing from her Jacksonville home approximately a month ago. Her vehicle, a 2001 silver Toyota RAV4, was last tracked to Hinesville, Georgia.
On Sunday, the Liberty County Sheriff's Office confirmed that Hanley's car was found in Hinesville, with her body discovered nearby. Her son described her as an independent woman who served 23 years in the Navy.
The family had voiced concerns that Hanley might have been a victim of a scam, citing several unusual transactions on her bank account. It remains unclear if she left her home due to this suspected scam or if another event transpired.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the cause of Margaret Hanley's death. Anyone with details about her final movements is encouraged to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.




