The person at the center of this case
Walter Strong
Missing Person · Open
22 years waiting · since 2004
Missing Person: Walter Strong
Justice for Walter Strong — the trail went cold in 2004, but the truth hasn't.
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person
Lead #1What were Walter's activities and plans on April 26, 2004?
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witness
Lead #2Who was the last person to see Walter Strong and what were the circumstances?
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clue
Lead #3Why did a 67-year-old man of slight build (125 lbs) disappear without explanation?
Walter Strong, a 67-year-old man, disappeared on April 26, 2004, in Santa Barbara, California. He was last seen that day but the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear. Despite the passage of time, investigators continue to seek information that might explain what happened to him.
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evidence
Lead #4Are there any records of vehicle use, financial transactions, or communications after April 26, 2004?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP4337. Missing person: Walter Strong.
Last known contact: 2004-04-26 in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA. Circumstances: Walter was last seen on April 26, 2004.
Demographics: 67 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 11 in, 125 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office | 04-7153.
Timeline of Events
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2004-04-26
Last Known Contact
Walter Strong was last seen on April 26, 2004 in Santa Barbara, California.
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Case Information
Incident:April 26, 2004
Last Updated:August 25, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 26, 2004
Last Updated:August 25, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8056814100
You can remain anonymous