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Myrtle Polk’s Car Recovered From Dallas Creek as Police Intensify Search

The 88-year-old retired teacher has been missing since June 2024, with police still classifying the case as a critical missing person.

Overview

  • Dallas Police say Polk’s 2004 black Lexus was pulled from Five Mile Creek near the 5600 block of South Lancaster Road on Nov. 4.
  • Investigators found the vehicle overturned and empty, prompting expanded ground and water searches in the creek corridor.
  • Mounted officers, a cadaver dog, and private search teams combed the area Wednesday, focusing on debris and creek banks.
  • Local reports indicate children first spotted the submerged car, which was discovered more than 100 yards from the nearest road and roughly two miles from Polk’s home.
  • Family members say a private investigator alerted them to the discovery, and police are urging tips at 214-671-4268 or 911.