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Phillip Jason Modlin
Missing Person · Open
22 years waiting · since 2004
Missing Person: Phillip Jason Modlin
Justice for Phillip Jason Modlin — the trail went cold in 2004, but the truth hasn't.
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witness
Lead #1Were there any witnesses who saw Phillip leave his residence or in the area on the morning of February 17, 2004?
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clue
Lead #2What were the specific circumstances that led to Phillip being reported missing, and who reported him?
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contact
Lead #3Has there been any communication or activity associated with Phillip's accounts or known contacts since his disappearance?
Phillip Jason Modlin, a 26-year-old Black male, disappeared from his residence in Dayton, Ohio on February 17, 2004, last seen at approximately 8:30 a.m. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, with no confirmed sightings or leads documented since that date. Despite over two decades passing, the case remains open with the Dayton Police Department, and anyone with information about Phillip's whereabouts is urged to come forward.
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NamUs case MP4297. Missing person: Phillip Jason Modlin.
Last known contact: 2004-02-17 in Dayton, Montgomery, OH. Circumstances: Phillip was last seen at approximately 8:30 a.m.
at his residence in Dayton, OH. Demographics: 26 years, Male, Black / African American.
Physical description: 5 ft 9 in, 230 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Black and white ball cap; Clothing: White t-shirt, yellow jersey, jeans; Footwear: "Timberland" boots or athletic shoes; Jewelry: Diamond stud earrings set in gold.
Investigating agency: Dayton Police Department | 0402240546 | 2010-08-23.
Timeline of Events
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2004-02-17
08:30Last Seen at Residence
Phillip Jason Modlin was last seen at approximately 8:30 a.m. at his residence in Dayton, OH
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Case Information
Incident:February 17, 2004 at 8:30 AM
Last Updated:July 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:February 17, 2004 at 8:30 AM
Last Updated:July 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9373332677
You can remain anonymous