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Johnnie Williams Missing Person Case

Last seen in Goldsboro, North Carolina on Aug 30, 2004

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In the late summer of 2004, the community of Goldsboro, North Carolina, grew concerned for one of its own, 83-year-old Johnnie Williams. Known affectionately by many as the 'Can Man,' Mr. Williams was a familiar sight, often seen riding his black mountain bike with a light on the front and a reflector on the back, diligently collecting cans to earn money. His family became worried after not hearing from him for several days, which was out of character for the elderly man. A report was ...Read More
Last Seen: Aug 30, 2004

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP26607 | NamUs
  • Wayne County Veterans Memorial, Goldsboro

    • Victim Details

    Oct 30, 2014

    Dec 19, 2023

    Johnnie

    Williams

    103

    83

    66 inches

    140 lbs

    Black / African American

    Male

    Aug 30, 2004

    Goldsboro

    North Carolina

    No

    15952

    Goldsboro Police Department

    Goldsboro

    North Carolina

    Wayne County

    27530

    Dwayne Bevell

    Criminal Investigator

    204 South Center Street, North Carolina

    9195804211

    Local

    Law Enforcement

    20040007612

    2004-09-04

    Goldsboro Police Department

    Gray or Partially Gray

    Brown

    Brown

    06/18/2026


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    Has anyone looked into the area where Johnnie Williams commonly collected cans? It seems like his us... ...Read More
    05/28/2023

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