The person at the center of this case
William Herman Rener
Missing Person · Open
59 years waiting · since 1966
Missing Person: William Herman Rener
Justice for William Herman Rener — the trail went cold in 1966, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Why did Rener not return from his authorized military leave? Were there personal or family circumstances that may have prevented his return?
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Lead #2What was Rener's mental and emotional state at the time of his disappearance? Did he have any known conflicts or concerns?
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Lead #3Where exactly in Hampton was Rener last seen or known to be on December 26, 1966?
William Herman Rener, a 35-year-old Air Force serviceman, disappeared on December 26, 1966, after being granted three weeks of military leave from Hampton, Virginia—he never returned to duty. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, with no confirmed sightings or leads documented in available records. Despite decades passing, the case remains open with the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, and anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact authorities.
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP38175. Missing person: William Herman Rener.
Last known contact: 1966-12-26 in Hampton, Hampton, VA. Circumstances: On December 26, 1966, William was granted 3 weeks of leave from the military but never returned from leave.
Demographics: 35 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 147 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Gray.
Investigating agency: Air Force Office of Special Investigations | 33298151621616.
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1966-12-26
Military Leave Granted
William Herman Rener was granted 3 weeks of leave from the military but never returned from leave.
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Case Information
Incident:December 26, 1966
Last Updated:June 25, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:December 26, 1966
Last Updated:June 25, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8772461453
You can remain anonymous