The person at the center of this case
Brian Randall Shaffer
Violent Crime · Open
20 years waiting · since 2006
BRIAN RANDALL SHAFFER - COLUMBUS, OHIO
Justice for Brian Randall Shaffer — the trail went cold in 2006, but the truth hasn't.
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witness
Lead #1What did Shaffer's friends observe in those final moments? Were there any unusual interactions or concerning behavior?
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timeline
Lead #2What happened between 1:55 AM and when he was reported missing? Were there any sightings or contacts after that time?
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clue
Lead #3Why did a medical student with no apparent problems vanish without trace from a familiar location near campus?
Brian Randall Shaffer, a 27-year-old Ohio State University medical student, vanished on April 1, 2006, after last being seen at 1:55 AM at a local bar near campus in Columbus, Ohio. Despite extensive investigation, his disappearance remains unexplained with no clear indication of foul play or voluntary departure. The case continues to puzzle investigators and the community, with critical questions remaining about what happened during those final hours.
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evidence
Lead #4Were any personal items, vehicle, or financial transactions discovered that might indicate his whereabouts?
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Source Narrative
Columbus, Ohio April 1, 2006 On April 1, 2006, Brian Randall Shaffer disappeared without an apparent reason. The last known contact was at 1:55 AM, when Shaffer was having drinks with friends at a local Ohio State University (OSU) bar in Columbus, Ohio.
For additional information regarding this victim, refer to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) missing person database, case report number MP#1709. Remarks: Shaffer plays guitar and is a medical student.
Timeline of Events
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2006-04-01
01:55Last Known Contact
Brian Shaffer was last seen having drinks with friends at a local Ohio State University bar in Columbus, Ohio at 1:55 AM
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 2006 at 1:55 AM
Last Updated:April 29, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 2006 at 1:55 AM
Last Updated:April 29, 2026