The person at the center of this case
Edward Auguster Thornton
Missing Person · Open
1 year waiting · since 2025
Missing Person: Edward Auguster Thornton
Justice for Edward Auguster Thornton — the trail went cold in 2025, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What were Edward's movements and activities in the days leading up to April 17?
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witness
Lead #2Has his sister or other family members provided additional details about his mental or physical state before disappearance?
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location
Lead #3Were there any signs of forced entry or disturbance at his residence?
Edward Auguster Thornton, a 49-year-old man, was last seen by his sister on April 17, 2025, at his residence in St. Louis, Missouri. He disappeared under unclear circumstances and has not been located. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is actively investigating his disappearance and seeks any information that could help locate him.
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clue
Lead #4Has anyone reported sightings of a Black male, 5'7", 210 lbs, wearing blue jeans and gray t-shirt since April 17?
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NamUs case MP152512. Missing person: Edward Auguster Thornton.
Last known contact: 2025-04-17 in St. Louis, St.
Louis, MO. Circumstances: Edward Thornton last seen by his sister on April 17, 2025, at residence.
Demographics: 49 years, Male, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 210 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Blue Jeans; Clothing: Gray T-Shirt. Investigating agency: St Louis Metropolitan Police Department | 25-014088 | 2025-04-19.
Timeline of Events
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2025-04-17
Last Seen
Edward Thornton was last seen by his sister at his residence in St. Louis, Missouri.
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2025-04-19
Case Reported
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department opened investigation case MP152512.
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Case Information
Incident:April 17, 2025
Last Updated:July 31, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 17, 2025
Last Updated:July 31, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 3142311212
You can remain anonymous