Shelton Sanders
Shelton John Sanders
📍 Columbia, South Carolina
🏛️ Richland County Sheriff's Department
Case Summary
Shelton John Sanders, a 25-year-old man, went missing on June 19, 2001, after last being seen at a Columbia hotel. Despite ongoing investigations, his remains have never been found. The case remains open with a significant reward for information regarding his disappearance.
Timeline of Events
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June 19, 2001
8:00-9:00 PMLast Call
Shelton calls his family to say he will be leaving soon.
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June 19, 2001
9:51 PMLast Sighting
Seen at Embassy Suites planning a bachelor party.
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June 19, 2001
Late NightVisit to Friend
Shelton visits Mark Richardson's home.
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June 19, 2001
Late NightGunshots Heard
Neighbor hears gunshots near Mark's residence.
Key Locations
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Points of Interest / Key Leads
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Reward
Lead #1$50,000 reward for information leading to Shelton's remains.
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Public Awareness
Lead #2Family has organized events and placed billboards to raise awareness.
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Ongoing Investigation
Lead #3Richland County Sheriff's Department Cold Case Unit actively investigates.
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Case Information
Case Type:
Homicide
Status:
Open
Case Number:66
Started:June 19, 2001 at Invalid Date
Last Updated:August 26, 2025
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