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Case 129: The Dupont de Ligonnès Family

Nov 2, 2019
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The Dupont de Ligonnès Family Disappearance

  • The Dupont de Ligonnès family lived in Nantes, France, and seemed to have a normal life.
  • Xavier, the father, claimed they had to move to the U.S. for witness protection.
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Xavier's Instructions

  • Xavier's letter detailed instructions for friends to dispose of the family's possessions, sell their cars, and manage their finances.
  • He claimed they were entering witness protection and could not contact anyone.
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Xavier's Fabricated Stories

  • Xavier contacted his wife's employer, the children's school, and friends, giving various excuses for the family's absence.
  • These included illnesses, accidents, and helping with a move.
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