The person at the center of this case
James Francis Schroeder
Missing Person · Open
43 years waiting · since 1982
Missing Person: James Francis Schroeder
Justice for James Francis Schroeder — the trail went cold in 1982, but the truth hasn't.
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witness
Lead #1What did the two friends who were hunting with Schroeder observe before he disappeared? Were there any signs of distress or unusual behavior?
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evidence
Lead #2Has a thorough search of the hunting area been conducted in recent years? Could remains or equipment still be recoverable?
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location
Lead #3What specific hunting location or terrain did Schroeder enter when he separated from his group? Are there hazardous features like cliffs, water, or dense forest?
James Francis Schroeder, a 22-year-old hunter, disappeared on September 25, 1982, near Grangeville, Idaho while hunting with two friends. He left his companions to hunt alone and never returned, despite search efforts. Over four decades later, his fate remains unknown, and investigators continue to seek information about what happened to him in the remote Idaho wilderness.
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clue
Lead #4Why did Schroeder choose to hunt alone, and did he mention a specific destination or plan to his companions?
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NamUs case MP2074. Missing person: James Francis Schroeder.
Last known contact: 1982-09-25 in Grangeville, Idaho, ID. Circumstances: MP and 2 friends were hunting and MP went off on his own and was never found Demographics: 22 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 6 ft 2 in, 148 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: 7 mm rifle and approx.
11 - 13 rounds of ammo. Hunting knife; Clothing: Brown trousers - cotton socks - sweat shirt - green and black plaid shirt; Footwear: work boots with smooth sole.
Investigating agency: Idaho County Sheriff's Office | 8604040 | 1986-04-25.
Timeline of Events
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1982-09-25
James Schroeder goes missing
22-year-old James Francis Schroeder disappeared while hunting with two friends near Grangeville, Idaho. He separated from his companions and was never found.
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Case Information
Incident:September 25, 1982
Last Updated:August 7, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:September 25, 1982
Last Updated:August 7, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 2089831100
You can remain anonymous