The person at the center of this case
April Lynne Snell
Missing Person · Open
26 years waiting · since 1999
Missing Person: April Lynne Snell
Justice for April Lynne Snell — the trail went cold in 1999, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What were April's plans or activities on September 3, 1999, and did she mention going anywhere?
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witness
Lead #2Who were the last family members to see her, and did they notice anything unusual about her behavior or appearance?
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clue
Lead #3Why was she wearing distinctive Mickey Mouse-themed jewelry—was this a regular habit or significant to her interests?
April Lynne Snell, a 23-year-old Black female, was last seen by family on September 3, 1999, in Salisbury, Maryland. She disappeared without explanation, leaving behind distinctive personal items including Mickey Mouse-themed jewelry and accessories. Despite the passage of time, the case remains open and investigators continue seeking information about her whereabouts.
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evidence
Lead #4Have the white Reebok tennis shoes, blue jean shorts, and specific jewelry items been recovered or reported sighted?
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NamUs case MP123532. Missing person: April Lynne Snell.
Last known contact: 1999-09-03 in Salisbury, Wicomico, MD. Circumstances: April Lynne Snell was last seen by family in 1999.
Demographics: 23 years, Female, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 120 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: White Tshirt; Clothing: Blue jean shorts; Footwear: White Reebok tennis shoes.; Jewelry: Diamond ring; Jewelry: Garnet stone ring surrounded by little diamonds.; Jewelry: Metal necklace with a Mickey Mouse insignia/symbol.; Jewelry: Mickey Mouse earrings.; Jewelry: Mickey Mouse bracelet.; Jewelry: Mickey Mouse ring.. Investigating agency: Salisbury Police Department | 199900023134 | 1999-09-03.
Timeline of Events
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1999-09-03
Last Known Contact
April Lynne Snell was last seen by family members in Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland.
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Case Information
Incident:September 3, 1999
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:September 3, 1999
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 4105483165
You can remain anonymous