The person at the center of this case
David Michael Borer
Missing Person · Open
37 years waiting · since 1989
Missing Person: David Michael Borer
Justice for David Michael Borer — the trail went cold in 1989, but the truth hasn't.
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location
Lead #1What specific conditions existed at the sandbar on April 25, 1989, and were there any hazards that may have contributed to his disappearance?
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witness
Lead #2Were there any other children or adults present at the sandbar that evening who may have witnessed David's activities or departure?
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evidence
Lead #3What search efforts were conducted in the immediate area, and were any personal items or clothing belonging to David ever recovered?
David Michael Borer, an 8-year-old boy, disappeared on April 25, 1989, after leaving his home in Willow, Alaska at approximately 5:00 p.m. to play at a sandbar area near Mile 83 Parks Highway near Wasilla. Despite extensive investigation by the Alaska State Troopers, his whereabouts remain unknown after more than three decades. Anyone with information about David's disappearance is urged to contact the Alaska State Troopers.
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clue
Lead #4Has anyone reported sightings of a young blond-haired boy matching David's description in the Wasilla or surrounding areas in the years following his disappearance?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP5865. Missing person: David Michael Borer.
Last known contact: 1989-04-25 in Willow, Matanuska-Susitna, AK. Circumstances: David left home at approximately 5:00 p.m.
to play at a sandbar area near the Mile 83 Parks Highway near Wasilla, Alaska and has not been seen since. Demographics: 8 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 4 ft 0 in, 60 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Red nylon ski jacket with black waistband, black stripes on arms and gray inside lining Green toughskin jeans w/ patches on knees Green plaid flannel shirt w/ blue Hawaiian shirt underneath White Sears brand underwear; Footwear: Sorrell boots, size 2.
Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | 890027876 | 1989-04-25.
Timeline of Events
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1989-04-25
17:00David leaves home
David Michael Borer left his home at approximately 5:00 p.m. to play at a sandbar area near Mile 83 Parks Highway near Wasilla, Alaska and has not been seen since.
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Case Information
Incident:April 25, 1989 at 5:00 PM
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 25, 1989 at 5:00 PM
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous