The person at the center of this case
Jeffrey 'Jeff' Lee Stinnett
Violent Crime · Open
48 years waiting · since 1978
JEFFREY “JEFF” LEE STINNETT - ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN
Justice for Jeffrey 'Jeff' Lee Stinnett — the trail went cold in 1978, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What was Jeffrey's mental and emotional state in the weeks before his disappearance, particularly regarding his recent job resignation and LSD experimentation?
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witness
Lead #2Who were Jeffrey's close associates, housemates, and friends during January 1978, and did anyone observe unusual behavior or interactions?
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timeline
Lead #3Why was there a three-month gap between January 15 and April 19 before Jeff was reported missing, and what triggered the housemate's concern at that specific time?
Jeffrey 'Jeff' Lee Stinnett disappeared in Ann Arbor, Michigan on January 15, 1978, with his mother being the last person to see him alive. His personal belongings remained in his apartment, and he was not reported missing until April 19, 1978, when a housemate discovered his prolonged absence. Nearly 50 years later, the circumstances of his disappearance remain unknown, and investigators seek information about his final days and any potential witnesses.
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More leads to consider
Beyond the top three above — each detail below could be the thread that pulls this case open.
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clue
Lead #4The homemade leather belt with flowers and 'Jeff' inscribed on it is a distinctive personal item—has this been located or recovered?
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location
Lead #5Were there any known locations Jeff frequented such as tennis courts, gaming venues, or social gathering places that might provide leads?
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Source Narrative
January 15, 1978 Ann Arbor, Michigan Jeffrey Stinnett was last seen by his mother on January 15, 1978, but was not reported missing until April 19, 1978, after his housemate called to say Jeff had been missing for approximately seven days. Jeff’s personal belongings were found still in his apartment.
Prior to his disappearance, Jeffrey had quit his job and may have been experimenting with LSD. Jeff played tennis in high school, wrote poetry, played Dungeons & Dragons, and was interested in the French language.
Remarks: Stinnett has an elongated face/skull and a small space between his two front teeth. He wore a homemade leather belt with flowers and the name “Jeff” on it.
Timeline of Events
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1978-01-15
Last Seen by Mother
Jeffrey Stinnett was last seen by his mother on January 15, 1978 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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1978-04-19
Reported Missing
Housemate reported Jeff had been missing for approximately seven days. Personal belongings were found still in his apartment.
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Case Information
Incident:January 15, 1978
Last Updated:October 30, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 15, 1978
Last Updated:October 30, 2026