The person at the center of this case
Eric James Marko
Missing Person · Open
1 year waiting · since 2024
Missing Person: Eric James Marko
Justice for Eric James Marko — the trail went cold in 2024, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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evidence
Lead #1Why were only the cellphone and laptop missing while vehicle and pets remained? Does this suggest planned departure or abduction?
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location
Lead #2Why was the back door unlocked? Was it forced or left open intentionally?
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contact
Lead #3Cellphone goes straight to voicemail—was it powered off, destroyed, or is the account inactive?
Eric James Marko, a 36-year-old male, was reported missing on August 1, 2024, after his family found his Wichita residence with an unlocked back door and only his cellphone and laptop absent. His vehicle and pets remained at the home, suggesting an unexpected departure under unclear circumstances. The Wichita Police Department continues investigating to determine whether Eric left voluntarily or if foul play is involved.
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clue
Lead #4What was Eric's state of mind and circumstances before August 1st? Were there any warning signs or stressors?
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NamUs case MP129702. Missing person: Eric James Marko.
Last known contact: 2024-08-01 in Wichita, Sedgwick, KS. Circumstances: Family went to check on Eric at his residence after not hearing from him after August 1st, 2024.
The backdoor of his residence was unlocked upon arrival. The only items noticeably missing were Eric's cellphone (goes straight to voicemail) and laptop.
Eric's vehicle and pets were still present at his residence. Unknown clothing.
Demographics: 36 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 150 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Wichita Police Department | 24C137129 | 2024-08-01.
Timeline of Events
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2024-08-01
Last Known Contact
Last known contact with Eric James Marko on August 1, 2024 in Wichita, Kansas.
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2024-08-01
Reported Missing
Family discovered Eric missing after checking his residence. Back door was unlocked. Cellphone and laptop were absent, but vehicle and pets remained at the home.
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Case Information
Incident:August 1, 2024
Last Updated:June 5, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:August 1, 2024
Last Updated:June 5, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 3162684407
You can remain anonymous