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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP26738) and 1 other source
In the spring of 2011, a sense of unease settled over Redford, Michigan, with the disappearance of 37-year-old Kyle Edward Reeves. On May 1st of that year, Kyle, a Black / African American male, was last seen. He was known to be 5'11' and weighed around 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his last known moments are sparse, adding to the layers of concern for his well-being. Kyle was reported to have left a group home where he was residing and simply did not return. His departure marked the beginning of a long and unanswered question for his loved ones and the community. The Redford Township Police Department opened an investigation into his case, hoping to piece together the puzzle of his sudden vanishing.

The investigation into Kyle's disappearance took a significant turn months later. On August 16, 2011, his vehicle, a gray 2002 Chrysler Ram, was found in Detroit at the intersection of Wyoming and the Lodge. The discovery, however, did not bring clarity to Kyle's whereabouts. Instead, it deepened the mystery, as the vehicle was being driven by an individual other than Kyle. This unsettling development suggested that others may have been involved in or had knowledge of what happened to him after he went missing. The recovery of his car, while a tangible piece of evidence, offered no immediate answers as to Kyle's fate, leaving investigators and his family to grapple with even more uncertainty.

The case of Kyle Edward Reeves remains an open and unresolved matter. The lack of significant leads or new information over the years has left a void for those who knew him. He is one of many individuals whose disappearance has left a lasting impact on their community. The fundamental facts remain the same: Kyle, a 37-year-old man, walked away from a group home in Redford, Michigan, on May 1, 2011, and has not been seen or heard from since. His car was later found in the possession of someone else, but this has not led to a breakthrough in the case. The passage of time has not diminished the hope for answers, and the investigation by the Redford Township Police Department continues. His case serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring pain experienced by families of the missing.

Last Seen: May 1, 2011

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Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP9963
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP9963 • Found Feb 17, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 37
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 80%120 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11139 • Found Jun 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 36%5'6" vs 5'11"
Weight 95%169 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP61455 • Found Nov 1, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP53194
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP53194 • Found Oct 26, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–53 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP17123 • Found Sep 22, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP12768 • Found Feb 12, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 98%Est. 40–55 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Weight 0%65 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP10391
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP10391 • Found May 26, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Weight 85%124 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP109411
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP109411 • Found Jul 19, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 50–75 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%6'1" vs 5'11"
Weight 80%120 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP14804
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP14804 • Found Jan 22, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 52%Est. 50–70 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 93%170 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP14062 • Found Jul 14, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Hair 100%Black vs Black

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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