The person at the center of this case
James Michael Welter
Missing Person · Open
40 years waiting · since 1986
Missing Person: James Michael Welter
Justice for James Michael Welter — the trail went cold in 1986, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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Lead #1Why was a 34-year-old male with possible military connections missing military accessories on the night of disappearance?
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Lead #2What was the significance of the military accessories (web belt, military ID) mentioned in connection with Welter?
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Lead #3Who last saw James Michael Welter on January 1, 1986, and what were the circumstances of their encounter?
James Michael Welter, a 34-year-old white male, disappeared on January 1, 1986, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, and has not been seen since. He was last known to be in civilian clothing but may have possessed military accessories such as a web belt or military ID. The Air Force Office of Special Investigations continues to seek information about his disappearance and urges anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to come forward.
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Lead #4What events or activities was Welter involved in on New Year's Day 1986 that led to his disappearance?
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NamUs case MP15624. Missing person: James Michael Welter.
Last known contact: 1986-01-01 in Ocean Springs, Jackson, MS. Circumstances: Welter has not been seen since January 1, 1986.
Demographics: 34 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 6 in, 155 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Possible military accessories. Such as a web belt or military ID.
Was wearing CIVILIAN clothing during the night of his disappearance.. Investigating agency: Air Force Office of Special Investigations | 33298151621616.
Timeline of Events
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1986-01-01
Last Known Contact
James Michael Welter was last seen on January 1, 1986, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He was wearing civilian clothing at the time.
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1986
Last Updated:June 16, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1986
Last Updated:June 16, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8772461453
You can remain anonymous