
The person at the center of this case
Afri L. Mathews
Justice for Afri L. Mathews — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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What were Afri's activities and associations in Evanston prior to his disappearance?
Were there any witnesses who saw Afri on June 25, 2026, or in the days leading up to his disappearance?
Why did Afri go missing and what circumstances led to his disappearance from Evanston?
Afri L. Mathews, a 37-year-old Black male, was last seen on June 25, 2026, in Evanston, Illinois, wearing a black t-shirt, brown pants, and black shoes. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators have not disclosed any leads or evidence in the public record. Anyone with information about Afri's whereabouts is urged to contact the Evanston Police Department immediately.
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Has there been any communication from Afri since June 25, 2026, or any indication of his location?
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Official wording
NamUs case MP161117. Missing person: Afri L.
Mathews. Last known contact: 2026-06-25 in Evanston, Cook, IL.
Circumstances: Afri was last seen in Evanston, Illinois. Demographics: 37 years, Male, Black / African American.
Physical description: 6 ft 1 in, 260 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Black t-shirt, brown pants, black shoes.
Investigating agency: Evanston Police Department | 2026-00042516 | 2026-06-26.
Afri L. Mathews was last seen in Evanston, Illinois on June 25, 2026.
Evanston Police Department opened investigation case MP161117 on June 26, 2026.
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