The person at the center of this case
Melissa M Richey (age 59) and son Matthew Richey
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3 years waiting · since 2023
Missing Person: Melissa M Richey
Justice for Melissa M Richey (age 59) and son Matthew Richey — the trail went cold in 2023, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Where are Melissa and Matthew Richey? What circumstances led to their simultaneous disappearance?
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Lead #2Why did both mother and son stop communicating with family on the same date after maintaining regular contact?
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Lead #3Has anyone seen Melissa Richey (5'6", 110 lbs, gray/partially gray hair, blue eyes) or her son Matthew since October 23, 2023?
Melissa M Richey, a 59-year-old woman, and her son Matthew Richey went missing in Wichita, Kansas on October 23, 2023, after family members stopped hearing from them despite their usual regular contact. The circumstances of their disappearance remain unclear, and investigators are seeking information about where they may be. Anyone with knowledge of their whereabouts is urged to contact the Wichita Police Department.
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NamUs case MP159498. Missing person: Melissa M Richey.
Last known contact: 2023-10-23 in Wichita, Sedgwick, KS. Circumstances: Family reports last hearing from Melissa Richey and her son Matthew Richey (MP159499) October 23rd, 2024.
It is reported that they usually keep in contact with family but had not been seen or heard from. Demographics: 59 years, Female, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 6 in, 110 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Blue. Investigating agency: Wichita Police Department | 24C093414 | 2024-05-24.
Timeline of Events
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2023-10-23
Last Contact
Melissa M Richey and her son Matthew Richey last heard from by family members on October 23, 2023 in Wichita, Kansas. Family reported them missing after they failed to maintain their usual contact.
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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