The person at the center of this case
Shawn Hale
Missing Person · Open
31 years waiting · since 1994
Missing Person: Shawn Hale
Justice for Shawn Hale — the trail went cold in 1994, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What were Shawn's activities and plans on November 4, 1994?
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witness
Lead #2Who were the last people to see or speak with Shawn before his disappearance?
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clue
Lead #3Were there any vehicles or transportation involved in Shawn's disappearance?
Shawn Hale, a 21-year-old white male, disappeared on November 4, 1994, in Apple Valley, California, and has not been seen or heard from by his family since that date. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators have not determined whether he left voluntarily or met with foul play. Over three decades later, this case remains unsolved, and anyone with information about Shawn's whereabouts is urged to contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department - Central Station
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Lead #4Has Shawn made any contact attempts with family or friends in the 30+ years since his disappearance?
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NamUs case MP7546. Missing person: Shawn Hale.
Last known contact: 1994-11-04 in Apple Valley, San Bernardino, CA. Circumstances: Shawn was last seen on November 4, 1994 in the Apple Valley, CA area.
His family has not seen nor heard from him since. He is described as a White Male, 6'0".
165lbs, with blond hair and hazel eyes. Demographics: 21 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 6 ft 0 in, 165 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Hazel. Investigating agency: San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department - Central Station | 189602401.
Timeline of Events
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1994-11-04
Last Known Contact
Shawn Hale was last seen in the Apple Valley, CA area. He has not been in contact with his family since this date.
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Case Information
Incident:November 4, 1994
Last Updated:July 14, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:November 4, 1994
Last Updated:July 14, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9093873545
You can remain anonymous