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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Key leads to think about
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Lead #1What were Rener's plans during his three-week leave period?
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Lead #2Why did he fail to return to military duty after his leave ended?
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Lead #3Were there any witnesses to his activities or movements in late December 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—a leave he never returned from. Nearly 60 years later, the circumstances of his disappearance remain unknown, with no confirmed sightings or evidence of his fate. Anyone with information about Rener's whereabouts or activities during late December 1966 is urged to contact the Air Force Office of Special Investigations.
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Lead #4Did he communicate with family or friends during his leave?
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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.
Timeline of Events
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1966-12-26
Military Leave Departure
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