Canadian Alfred Pleil Still Missing, Some Belongings Found

Police in Punta Gorda say their investigation into the disappearance of Canadian national Alfred Pleil is heating up, with several major developments now on the table. Investigators have found personal items belonging to Pleil and have detained multiple people as they work to piece together what happened. Still, officers are keeping tight‑lipped about key details, like whether any bank cards were recovered or if a prime suspect has emerged. Speaking to reporters today, ASP Stacy Smith emphasized that while the team is making headway, the case remains delicate and very much active.

 

ASP Stacy Smith, Staff Officer

“As it relates to the investigation pertaining to Mr. Pleil, I must advised that it’s an ongoing investigation. During the course of that investigation, police had uncovered several items of interest and had detained several persons in the course of the investigation.”

 

Reporter

“Was his, this is not me asking the same question in a third way, was the credit card discovered any at all?”

 

ASP Stacy Smith

“What I will say is that a number of items being the property of mister Pleil was discovered during the course of the investigation.”

 

Reporter

“I’m going to use this term. Do you believe that police may be hot on the trail of who may have had anything to do with his disappearance.”

 

ASP Stacy Smith

“It’s an ongoing investigation. As the investigation continues to develop, the media will be advised of the progress.”

 

ASP Stacy Smith says investigators are making steady progress, but with sensitive clues still coming in, police are keeping details close as they continue tracking down what happened to Alfred Pleil.