
The person at the center of this case
Howard Lee Sharp III
Justice for Howard Lee Sharp III — the trail went cold in 1991, but the truth hasn't.
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What was the significance of the maroon wallet and cloth bracelet he was carrying?
Did anyone see Howard in the Dickinson area on or after March 1, 1991?
Why did Howard lose contact with his family—was it voluntary or involuntary?
Howard Lee Sharp III, a 25-year-old Black male, was last heard from by his family on March 1, 1991, in Dickinson, Texas. He disappeared without explanation, leaving behind few leads about his whereabouts or circumstances. Despite decades passing, the case remains unsolved and investigators continue to seek information from anyone who may have encountered him or know what happened.
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What were Howard's activities and plans in the days leading up to March 1, 1991?
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Official wording
NamUs case MP159136. Missing person: Howard Lee Sharp III.
Last known contact: 1991-03-01 in Dickinson, Galveston, TX. Circumstances: Howard Sharp III was last heard from by his family on 03-01-1991.
Demographics: 25 years, Male, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 140 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Maroon wallet and cloth bracelet; Clothing: Green muscle t-shirt, blue jean pants, black tennis shoes. Investigating agency: League City Police Department | LCPD26-03349 | 2026-06-01.
Howard Lee Sharp III was last heard from by his family on March 1, 1991, in Dickinson, Galveston County, Texas.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.