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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17087) and 14 other sources
Richard Neil Forsyth, a 41-year-old man from Waterloo, Iowa, was reported missing on January 13, 1994, though he was last seen much earlier, on October 18, 1979. His disappearance is thought to potentially be linked to another missing person case, that of Steven Kirchhoff, a known drug dealer who vanished from the same area in January 1978. There is speculation that Forsyth might have been involved in Kirchhoff's disappearance, as reports suggest Forsyth was seen carrying something wrapped in a rug shortly after Kirchhoff disappeared. Furthermore, Forsyth purchased a 1972 Cadillac with $100 bills just after Kirchhoff vanished, raising suspicions.

Forsyth traveled extensively after his disappearance, moving to places like Manhattan, Kansas, and Tucson, Arizona. His family and investigators tracked him to his uncle's home in Tucson, but by the time they arrived, he had already fled. Forsyth’s Cadillac was later found abandoned in Grand Forks, North Dakota, but no conclusive evidence has emerged to explain his disappearance or any link to Kirchhoff's case.

Although there has been much speculation, both Forsyth’s and Kirchhoff’s cases remain unsolved. The authorities continue to seek information, and any leads could help bring resolution to these long-standing mysteries.

Last Seen: Jan 13, 1994

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Minneapolis, Minnesota
UP124186 • Found Sep 25, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 59%178 mi away
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 89%156 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 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.