Ontario's Missing Adults

CRUMBACK, Mabel

Build – other
Complexion – fair

Shirt – red and black plaid shirt
Skirt – navy blue pleated skirt
Shoes – black suede pumps

The last known sighting of Mabel was at her home at 12:30 a.m. on May 28, 1950.  Gary, Mabel’s brother, had woken up at about 2:00 a.m. to the sound of his barking dog and the voices of Mabel and some men.  When Gary checked for his sister on Sunday morning, he found that she was missing.

During their investigation, police spoke with neighbours who were walking past the Crumback home around 2:00 a.m.  These witnesses reported hearing loud noises coming from the house.  The lights were on both in Mabel’s room and in the kitchen.  The side door was open.

According to police, the Crumback home had two entrances – one facing Willard Avenue and the second facing St. John Road.  While both doors were unlocked, the door facing St. John Road was left open.

Police discovered Mabel’s purse in her room containing money.  There was also evidence that Mabel’s bed had been slept in.  Her pajama bottoms were folded neatly under her pillow.  Her pajama top has never been located.

At the time of her disappearance, Mabel was employed by the Eastern Steel Co.  She was religious and attended the St. John’s Baptist Church.  She sang in the church choir and was active in the social functions at the church.

Toronto Police Service – Missing Persons Unit
By phone: 416-808-7411
By direct email: missingpersons@torontopolice.on.ca
Additional Details and Contacts

National Centre for Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains