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John Edward Speights

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John Edward Speights

Case
#1423
SourceNamus MissingUpdated May 19, 2026
Helena-West Helena Police Department
Missing Person · Open
1 year waiting · since 2024

Missing Person: John Edward Speights

Justice for John Edward Speights — the trail went cold in 2024, but the truth hasn't.

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Key leads to think about

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witness
Lead #1

Who were the friends John was meeting on Rightor Street, and what did they last observe?

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clue
Lead #2

Why would John leave his phone, keys, and vehicle behind—was this planned or unusual behavior?

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location
Lead #3

Are there businesses, residences, or other locations on or near Rightor Street with security cameras that may have captured his movements?

John Edward Speights, a 64-year-old man, was dropped off to spend time with friends on Rightor Street in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas on November 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM and has not been seen since. He left behind his phone, keys, and vehicle, suggesting an unexpected disappearance. The Helena-West Helena Police Department is actively investigating and seeking information from the public about his whereabouts.

Case
#1423
SourceNamus MissingUpdated May 19, 2026
Helena-West Helena Police Department

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More leads to consider

Beyond the top three above — each detail below could be the thread that pulls this case open.

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person
Lead #4

Has anyone reported seeing a 64-year-old Black male wearing a blue fleece jacket, white shirt, blue jeans, and camo boots in the area after 6:00 PM on November 9?

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Official wording

Source Narrative

NamUs case MP158782. Missing person: John Edward Speights.

Last known contact: 2024-11-09 in Helena-West Helena, Phillips, AR. Circumstances: John' was dropped off to hang out with his friends on Rightor Street on Saturday November 09,2024 at 6:00pm.

John left his phone, keys and vehicle at home. Demographics: 64 years, Male, Black / African American.

Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 185 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Blue fleece jacket, White shirt,Blue Jeans and Camo boots.

Investigating agency: Helena-West Helena Police Department | 24-01562 | 2024-11-11.

Timeline of Events

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2024-11-09
18:00

Last Known Contact

John Edward Speights was dropped off to hang out with friends on Rightor Street in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas. He left his phone, keys, and vehicle at home.

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2024-11-11

Case Reported

Helena-West Helena Police Department opened investigation case MP158782 / 24-01562

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Case Information

Incident:November 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Last Updated:May 20, 2026

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Case Information

Incident:November 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Last Updated:May 20, 2026

Have Information?

Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.

Phone: 8705723441
You can remain anonymous