The person at the center of this case
Lee Yazzie, Jr.
Missing Person · Open
54 years waiting · since 1972
Missing Person: Lee Yazzie, Jr.
Justice for Lee Yazzie, Jr. — the trail went cold in 1972, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1What were the circumstances of Lee's disappearance in April 1972? Did he leave voluntarily or was foul play involved?
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witness
Lead #2Who else was in contact with Lee around the time of his disappearance? Were there any witnesses to his movements after April 1, 1972?
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clue
Lead #3Lee wore a hippie-style chain as jewelry—has anyone reported seeing a person matching his description wearing this distinctive item?
Lee Yazzie, Jr., a 23-year-old American Indian male, was last seen by his sister in Cameron, Arizona in April 1972 and has not been located since. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators have not determined whether he left voluntarily or encountered foul play. The Navajo Nation Police Department continues to seek information from anyone who may have seen him or knows what happened.
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Navajo Nation Police Department - Tuba City District
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NamUs case MP40370. Missing person: Lee Yazzie, Jr..
Last known contact: 1972-04-01 in Cameron, Coconino, AZ. Circumstances: Lee Yazzie Jr.
was last seen by his sister in 1972. Demographics: 23 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 150 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Hazel. Clothing and accessories: Jewelry: wears a chain (hippie style).
Investigating agency: Navajo Nation Police Department - Tuba City District | 04-22-009806 | 2017-10-21.
Timeline of Events
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1972-04-01
Last seen by sister
Lee Yazzie, Jr. was last seen by his sister in Cameron, Arizona on April 1, 1972.
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1972
Last Updated:June 22, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1972
Last Updated:June 22, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9282833111
You can remain anonymous