The person at the center of this case
Matthew S. Richey (age 35) and his mother Melissa Richey
Missing Person · Open
3 years waiting · since 2023
Missing Person: Matthew S. Richey
Justice for Matthew S. Richey (age 35) and his mother Melissa Richey — the trail went cold in 2023, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Why did Matthew and his mother Melissa suddenly cease all communication with family members on October 23, 2023?
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Lead #2What were the circumstances surrounding their last known contact and were there any warning signs or changes in behavior prior to their disappearance?
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Lead #3Did anyone in Wichita have contact with Matthew or Melissa after October 23, 2023, or observe them in the days following their last known communication?
Matthew S. Richey, a 35-year-old white male, and his mother Melissa were last heard from on October 23, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas. The pair, who normally maintained regular contact with family members, suddenly ceased all communication without explanation. The Wichita Police Department continues to investigate their disappearance and seeks information from the public about their whereabouts.
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NamUs case MP159499. Missing person: Matthew S.
Richey. Last known contact: 2023-10-23 in Wichita, Sedgwick, KS.
Circumstances: Melissa and Matthew Richey (Mother and Son) were last hear from October 23rd, 2023. They usually kept in contact with family but had not been seen or heard from.
Demographics: 35 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 6 ft 0 in, 180 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Wichita Police Department | 24C093414 | 2024-05-29.
Timeline of Events
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2023-10-23
Last contact with Matthew and Melissa Richey
Matthew S. Richey (age 35) and his mother Melissa were last heard from on October 23, 2023 in Wichita, Kansas. They had not been seen or heard from since, which was unusual as they typically maintained regular contact with family.
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Case Information
Incident:October 23, 2023
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 23, 2023
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 3162684407
You can remain anonymous