The person at the center of this case
Shay Smith
Missing Person · Open
19 years waiting · since 2006
Missing Person: Shay Smith
Justice for Shay Smith — the trail went cold in 2006, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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location
Lead #1Why was Carter Lake suspected as the location of a possible drowning, and what search efforts were conducted there?
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evidence
Lead #2What evidence or circumstances led investigators to believe Shay may have drowned rather than been abducted?
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clue
Lead #3Have there been any reported sightings or tips since 2006 that could help locate Shay or his remains?
Shay Smith, a 2-year-old boy, went missing on July 15, 2006, in Berthoud, Colorado. He may have drowned in Carter Lake, but his body has never been recovered despite extensive search efforts. The case remains open as investigators continue to seek information about his disappearance and any possible remains.
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NamUs case MP154512. Missing person: Shay Smith.
Last known contact: 2006-07-15 in Berthoud, Larimer, CO. Circumstances: Shay Smith was reported missing on July 15, 2006.
He may have drowned in Carter Lake, but has never been seen since. Demographics: 2 years, Male, Black / African American.
Physical description: 2 ft 4 in, 25 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Investigating agency: Larimer County Sheriff's Office | 06-4782.
Timeline of Events
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2006-07-15
Shay Smith reported missing
2-year-old Shay Smith was reported missing in Berthoud, Larimer County, Colorado on July 15, 2006.
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2006-07-15
Last known contact
Last known contact with Shay Smith was on July 15, 2006 in Berthoud, Colorado.
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Case Information
Incident:July 15, 2006
Last Updated:June 2, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:July 15, 2006
Last Updated:June 2, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9704987000
You can remain anonymous