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William Chapman Missing Person Case

Last seen in Wichita, Kansas on Dec 08, 2008

Victim Details

Apr 07, 2018

Aug 15, 2023

William

Chapman

41

24

68 inches

70 inches

180 lbs

210 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 08, 2008

Wichita

Kansas

Sedgwick County

32515

Wichita Police Department

Wichita

Kansas

Sedgwick County

67202

Ryan Schomaker

Detective

455 North Main, Kansas

3162684407

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.wichita.gov/536/Police

08C093610

Wichita Police Department

na

Black

Brown

Brown

08/08/2026


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William Ray Chapman, also known by his nickname "Vanity Vuitton," was last seen on December 8, 2008, in Wichita, Kansas. At the time of his disappearance, William was 24 years old and known for his flamboyant personality. He often wore makeup, wigs, and was a regular at local gay clubs such as Fantasy Club in Wichita. He worked as a musician and video blogger, with his social nature making his sudden disappearance all the more concerning to friends and family, who do not believe he lef ...
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Last Seen: Dec 08, 2008

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    Hey everyone, I've been following the case of William Ray Chapman, aka "Vanity Vuitton," for some ti... ...Read More
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