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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evidence
Lead #1What military accessories was Welter carrying, and why did he have them if he was wearing civilian clothing?
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timeline
Lead #2What were the specific circumstances of Welter's disappearance on New Year's Day 1986?
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witness
Lead #3Who was the last person to see or speak with Welter on January 1, 1986?
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 had military accessories with him. The Air Force Office of Special Investigations continues to seek information about his whereabouts and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
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location
Lead #4Why was Welter in Ocean Springs on that date, and did he have connections to the area?
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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 in Ocean Springs, Jackson, MS on January 1, 1986. He was wearing civilian clothing and may have had military accessories such as a web belt or military ID.
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1986
Last Updated:June 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1986
Last Updated:June 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8772461453
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