The person at the center of this case
Paul David Sanders
Missing Person · Open
25 years waiting · since 2001
Missing Person: Paul David Sanders
Justice for Paul David Sanders — the trail went cold in 2001, but the truth hasn't.
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person
Lead #1Why did Paul leave his home on August 14, 2001, and where did he go?
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witness
Lead #2Did anyone see Paul Sanders after August 14, 2001 in Mesa or surrounding areas?
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clue
Lead #3The specific clothing Paul was wearing (Billabong shirt, jean shorts, K-Swiss shoes) may help identify him if spotted in old photos or footage.
Paul David Sanders, a 17-year-old male, was last seen at his home in Mesa, Arizona on August 14, 2001. He disappeared without explanation while wearing a medium blue Billabong t-shirt, dark jean shorts, and white K-Swiss shoes. The case remains unsolved after more than two decades, and investigators continue to seek information about the circumstances of his disappearance.
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Lead #4What circumstances led to Paul's disappearance—was it voluntary or involuntary?
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NamUs case MP12249. Missing person: Paul David Sanders.
Last known contact: 2001-08-12 in Mesa, Maricopa, AZ. Circumstances: Paul Sanders was last seen August 14, 2001 at home.
Demographics: 17 years, Male, Multiple. Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 150 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Medium blue t-shirt with "Billabong" on the shirt. Dark jean shorts.; Footwear: White K-Swiss shoes..
Investigating agency: Mesa Police Department | 20012260560.
Timeline of Events
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2001-08-14
Last Seen at Home
Paul David Sanders was last seen at his home in Mesa, Arizona on August 14, 2001.
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Case Information
Incident:August 14, 2001
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:August 14, 2001
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 4806442211
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