
The person at the center of this case
John Curtis Tensley
Justice for John Curtis Tensley — the trail went cold in 1992, but the truth hasn't.
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Sister was the last known person to have contact with Tensley in May 1992—what were the specific circumstances and details of that final conversation?
Why has there been no documented activity or investigation details recorded in the 30+ years since his disappearance?
Were there any associates, friends, or family members who might have information about Tensley's activities or whereabouts in the weeks leading up to May 1992?
John Curtis Tensley, a 40-year-old Black male, disappeared in May 1992 from Little Rock, Arkansas after his last known contact with his sister. No circumstances of his disappearance have been documented beyond this final contact, leaving significant gaps in the investigative record. The case remains open with the Little Rock Police Department, and anyone with information about Tensley's whereabouts or what happened to him is urged to come forward.
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Official wording
NamUs case MP14907. Missing person: John Curtis Tensley.
Last known contact: 1992-05-01 in Little Rock, Pulaski, AR. Circumstances: Sister stated that she last spoke to Tensley in May of 1992 and has not seen or heard from since that time.
Demographics: 40 years, Male, Black / African American. Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 160 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Little Rock Police Department | 12-009615.
Sister last spoke to John Curtis Tensley in May 1992. No contact or sightings reported since this date.
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Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.