More than twenty years after the mysterious disappearance of Mary Lou Combs in Florida, law enforcement has made a significant breakthrough in the case. Divers from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office have located human remains and the submerged vehicle, a red 1996 Plymouth Neon, in a nearby waterway. The discovery also included personal items such as clothing, children’s toys, and a Florida driver’s license, which are believed to belong to Combs. .

Combs was last seen on August 19, 2003, when she left her mother’s house, where she lived intermittently, and was expected to return home. Her sudden disappearance raised red flags for her family, especially since she was due to attend her daughter's birthday party shortly thereafter. Her failing to collect her last paycheck from her job at Food Lion added further mystery to her absence. While her family noted that she had a history of temporary disappearances, her skipping important family occasions was uncharacteristic.

The case had stumped investigators for years, who explored multiple leads but were unable to find any solid evidence until now. The recovery of Combs' vehicle and remains marks a pivotal moment in the investigation, offering hope for closure to her family and potentially uncovering the circumstances surrounding her long-standing disappearance.