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Jared Urson Wheeler
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Missing Person: Jared Urson Wheeler
Justice for Jared Urson Wheeler — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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evidence
Lead #1What were the water conditions, currents, and weather on May 24, 2026, that may have affected visibility or swimming safety?
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witness
Lead #2Were there other swimmers or beachgoers present who may have observed Jared's movements or any unusual activity?
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clue
Lead #3Had Jared experienced any recent health issues, medication changes, or personal circumstances that might explain his disappearance?
Jared Urson Wheeler, a 39-year-old male, went missing on May 24, 2026, around 1:00 PM while swimming with family and friends on Figure 8 Island beach in Wilmington, North Carolina. His family noticed his absence within minutes and called 911; the Coast Guard and New Hanover County Sheriff's Office conducted an extensive 24-hour water search with no results. The circumstances of his disappearance—whether accidental drowning, medical emergency, or other cause—remain unknown, and anyone with information about that day is urged to contact authorities.
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Lead #4Can the exact sequence of events—when Jared entered the water, when he was last visually confirmed, and when the absence was noticed—be more precisely established?
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NamUs case MP159594. Missing person: Jared Urson Wheeler.
Last known contact: 2026-05-24 in Wilmington, New Hanover, NC. Circumstances: On 05/24/2026 around 1300 hours, Jared Urson Wheeler was last seen on the beach in the water located on Figure 8 Island of Wilmington, New Hanover County.
Jared was on the beach with family/friends at the time he went missing. 911 was called within 10 minutes of Jared's family noting his absence and the Coast Guard and New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Marine United responded and conducted a search by water over the course of 24 hours with negative contact.
Jared is described as having no tattoos and scarring between his legs. Jared may have on his wedding band and was last seen wearing dark colored swim trunks, possibly brown.
Demographics: 39 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 6 ft 4 in, 275 lbs, hair: Bald, eyes: Blue.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Last seen wearing dark colored swim trunks, possibly brown.; Jewelry: Jared may have on his wedding band.. Investigating agency: New Hanover Sheriff's Department | 202603565 | 2026-05-24.
Timeline of Events
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2026-05-24
13:00Last seen in water
Jared Urson Wheeler was last seen in the water on Figure 8 Island beach while with family and friends.
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2026-05-24
13:10911 call placed
Family noted Jared's absence and called 911 within approximately 10 minutes.
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2026-05-24
13:10Search initiated
Coast Guard and New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit responded and conducted a 24-hour water search with negative results.
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Case Information
Incident:May 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
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Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9107984111
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