The person at the center of this case
Craig Melton
Cold Case · Open
64 days waiting
CRAIG MELTON
Justice for Craig Melton — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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evidence
Lead #1Where are Craig Melton's remains? What physical evidence exists at the scene?
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suspect
Lead #2Who was responsible for Craig Melton's murder? Were there known associates or conflicts?
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witness
Lead #3Who saw Craig Melton in late September 2020 around the Turtle Mountain area? What were the circumstances of his disappearance?
Craig Melton, a 34-year-old white male, was last seen around the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in North Dakota in late September 2020 and is believed to have been murdered. His remains have not been located, and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and death remain under investigation. The FBI is seeking public assistance to identify those responsible and locate Craig's remains, with a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to arrest and conviction.
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timeline
Lead #4What is the exact date and time Craig Melton was last seen, and what was he doing?
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contact
Lead #5Anyone with information should contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov
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Official wording
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Murder Victim Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation, North Dakota September 2020 The FBI’s Minneapolis Field Office is seeking the public’s assistance regarding the murder and disappearance of Craig Melton who was last seen around the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in North Dakota in late September 2020.
Timeline of Events
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2020-09-01
Last Seen
Craig Melton was last seen around the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in late September 2020
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Case Information
Incident:September 1, 2020
Last Updated:May 13, 2026
Up to $5,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case
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Case Information
Incident:September 1, 2020
Last Updated:May 13, 2026
Up to $5,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case