Leanda Burgess, a 77-year-old man from Cocoa, Florida, went missing on April 22, 1994. He was last seen leaving his residence in the 3600 block of Shelly Court at around 11:00 a.m. that day. Burgess was wearing a light blue shirt and dark pants when he disappeared. At the time, he was suffering from early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease but was not under any formal treatment or medication for his condition.
His disappearance raised significant concerns because Burgess had a history of wandering away from home and getting lost due to memory issues. In previous incidents, he had been found by neighbors and local authorities, but this time, despite search efforts, he was never located. Burgess, a Black male standing 5'11" tall and weighing around 150 pounds, also had a scar on his left cheek and wore eyeglasses.
The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and despite an extensive search by local authorities, including the Cocoa Police Department, no substantial leads were uncovered. His case remains classified as endangered missing. Investigators speculated that, given his condition and lack of medical support, Burgess likely passed away shortly after going missing, though no evidence was found to confirm this theory. His case remains unsolved, and the search for answers continues.
Last Seen: Apr 22, 1994
