The person at the center of this case
Edward Louis Brown Jr.
Missing Person · Open
2 years waiting · since 2024
Missing Person: Edward Louis Brown Jr.
Justice for Edward Louis Brown Jr. — the trail went cold in 2024, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1Why was there a four-month delay between Edward's last contact and the missing person report?
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location
Lead #2Where was Edward staying or frequenting in Des Moines during the time he was homeless?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone in the homeless community or social services encounter Edward between June and October 2024?
Edward Louis Brown Jr., a 61-year-old man experiencing homelessness in Des Moines, Iowa, was last contacted in June 2024 but not reported missing until October 18, 2024. His family has had no communication with him for over four months, raising concerns about his safety and well-being. Anyone with information about Edward's whereabouts or activities since June 2024 is urged to contact the Des Moines Police Department.
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contact
Lead #4What was the nature of the last contact in June 2024 and with whom?
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NamUs case MP162112. Missing person: Edward Louis Brown Jr..
Last known contact: 2024-06-01 in Des Moines, Polk, IA. Circumstances: Edward Brown, Jr.
was reported missing by family on 18 October 2024, who stated they have not heard from Edward since June 2024. Edward was reported to be homeless in Des Moines, Iowa, at the time of his disappearance.
Demographics: 61 years, Male, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 5 in, 140 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Des Moines Police Department | 20240028744 | 2024-10-18.
Timeline of Events
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2024-06-01
Last Known Contact
Edward Louis Brown Jr. was last contacted in Des Moines, Iowa
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2024-10-18
Missing Person Report Filed
Family reported Edward missing, stating they had not heard from him since June 2024
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Case Information
Incident:June 1, 2024
Last Updated:September 4, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:June 1, 2024
Last Updated:September 4, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5152834864
You can remain anonymous