Above Images: Hilkey, circa 1991
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: January 22, 1985 from Gold Hill, Oregon Classification: Endangered Missing Date of Birth: November 14, 1946 Age: 38 years old Height and Weight: 5'8, 155 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Brown hair, blue eyes. Hilkey's nickname is Joe.
Details of Disappearance
Hilkey was last seen at his residence on Holcomb Springs Road in Gold Hill, Oregon on January 22, 1985. He has never been heard from again. Hilkey was under investigation by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at the time of his disappearance, and he had a large amount of cash at his residence. It's possible he left of his own accord, but authorities believe it's more likely he met with foul play. Few details are available in his case.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated May 16, 2009; date of birth, height and weight added, distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.
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Jackson County Sheriff's Office
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