The person at the center of this case
Kevin Andre Gardner
Missing Person · Open
30 years waiting · since 1996
Missing Person: Kevin Andre Gardner
Justice for Kevin Andre Gardner — the trail went cold in 1996, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Was Gardner killed by a drug gang as theorized, and if so, which individuals or organizations were involved?
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evidence
Lead #2What clothing and accessories (Seminole hat, beige long-sleeved shirt, faded jeans, tennis shoes) could help identify his remains if discovered?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone witness Gardner's movements after he left his home on February 11, 1996?
Kevin Andre Gardner, a 34-year-old Black male, disappeared on February 11, 1996, while walking near his home in Bradley, Florida. He has not been located in over 25 years despite investigation by the Polk County Sheriff's Office. One theory suggests he may have been killed by a drug gang, but the circumstances remain unclear and anyone with information is urged to come forward.
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NamUs case MP5673. Missing person: Kevin Andre Gardner.
Last known contact: 1996-02-11 in Pierce, Polk, FL. Circumstances: The victim was last seen walking near his home in Bradley on 02-11-96.
One theory is that he was killed by a drug gang. Demographics: 34 years, Male, Black / African American.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 185 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Seminole hat; Clothing: Long sleeved beige shirt, faded jeans; Footwear: tennis shoes.
Investigating agency: Polk County Sheriff's Office | 96-020613.
Timeline of Events
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1996-02-11
Last Sighting
Kevin Andre Gardner was last seen walking near his home in Bradley, Polk County, Florida
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Case Information
Incident:February 11, 1996
Last Updated:June 9, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:February 11, 1996
Last Updated:June 9, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8632986834
You can remain anonymous