Matthew Ferris

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Matthew John Ferris, a 20-year-old from Des Moines, Iowa, was reported missing on March 7, 1991. He was last seen in February of that year, displaying unusual behavior that worried his family. Matthew had previously gone missing on July 25, 1990, after leaving a note apologizing for any pain his disappearance might cause. He returned a week later, frightened, and underwent psychiatric treatment for the next six months before enrolling at Iowa State University.

In early 1991, Matthew aga ...Read More
Last Seen: Mar 07, 1991
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    Victim Details

    Aug 11, 2012

    Oct 27, 2022

    Matthew

    Ferris

    53

    20

    70 inches

    140 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Mar 07, 1991

    Des Moines

    Iowa

    Polk County

    12163

    Des Moines Police Department

    Des Moines

    Iowa

    Polk County

    50309

    Darren Cornwell

    Sgt

    25 East 1st Street, Iowa

    5152834864

    Local

    Law Enforcement

    1991-9217

    Des Moines Police Department

    Brown

    Blue

    Blue

    09/17/2024


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    The victim in this case is a White / Caucasian Male, 20 years old at the time of his disappearance. ... ...Read More
    06/09/2024
    It is concerning to see the lack of media coverage surrounding the case of Matthew. This is a seriou... ...Read More
    01/26/2024