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Steven Hedgers Missing Person Case

Last seen in El Dorado, Kansas on Jul 25, 1986

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Victim Details

Nov 9, 2013

Jul 13, 2020

Steven

Hedgers

67

27

67 inches

145 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jul 25, 1986

El Dorado

Kansas

Butler County

22846

El Dorado Police Department

El Dorado

Kansas

Butler County

67042

Maggie Schreiber

Lieutenant

128 North Vine Street, Kansas

3163219120

Local

Law Enforcement

A68948

Jul 30, 1986

El Dorado Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP22620) and 8 other sources
Steven James Hedgers, a 27-year-old truck driver, was last seen on July 25, 1986, in El Dorado, Kansas. At the time, his wife and daughter were on vacation in Washington state, leaving Steven at home due to work obligations. His wife grew concerned after repeatedly trying to contact him by phone for several days with no response. When he missed work and could not be reached, she reported him missing on July 29.

Investigators found Steven’s home unlocked, with the lights on and no signs of a struggle. The only items missing were his wallet, prescription sunglasses, and Social Security card. Both his vehicles were still parked at the residence, indicating that he either left on foot or was picked up by someone. His case took a concerning turn when it was revealed that Steven had mentioned to his mother that he had witnessed a drug deal involving two coworkers shortly before his disappearance. This led to suspicions that foul play was involved.

Authorities have pursued multiple leads in the decades since, even involving investigators from several states and the FBI. However, despite these efforts, Steven has never been found, and his case remains unsolved, with authorities suspecting he was a victim of homicide.
Last Seen: Jul 25, 1986

Links to Additional Sources (8)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • MISSING IN KANSAS: Steven Hedgers - KAKE
  • Steven J. Hedgers - The Charley Project
  • 3848DMKS - Steven James Hedgers - Doe Network
  • Steve Hedgers - International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • kbi - Details - Kansas Missing Persons
  • Investigators search for missing person - Wicked Local
  • KS - Steven Hedgers, 27, El Dorado, 25 July 1986 | Websleuths

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

    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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Wichita, Kansas
    UP2430 • Found Aug 29, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 27
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
    Height 36%6'0" vs 5'7"
    Weight 79%175 lb vs 145 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Missouri
    UP5021 • Found Apr 22, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 62%167 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 92%165 lb vs 145 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP4182
    John Doe — Texas
    UP4182 • Found Apr 18, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 27
    Race 100%White
    Location 40%346 mi away
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 98%129 lb vs 145 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas - unidentified case UP4238
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP4238 • Found Aug 23, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–36 vs 27
    Race 100%White
    Location 40%350 mi away
    TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 145 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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