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Murshin Whaley Missing Person Case

Last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Apr 14, 2009

Victim Details

Jan 25, 2011

Apr 27, 2021

Murshin

Whaley

35

18

70 inches

120 lbs

130 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Apr 14, 2009

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

19125

No

9607

Philadelphia Police Department

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

19125

Viviana Reyes

Detective

300 East Hunting Park Avenue, Pennsylvania

2156863093

Local

Law Enforcement

2009-26-024694

Apr 16, 2009

Philadelphia Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 4, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9328) and 6 other sources
On April 14, 2009, 18-year-old Murshin Whaley, also known by his nickname 'Man Man,' was last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black Dickie pants, and black Converse sneakers. Accounts suggest that prior to his disappearance, Whaley may have been involved in a verbal dispute with his older sister's boyfriend, which allegedly resulted in him being told to leave her home. Shortly after this reported argument, witnesses saw him get into a white van that was parked across the street from the residence. The make and model of the van, as well as the identity of the driver or any other potential occupants, remain unknown.

The circumstances surrounding Murshin Whaley's entry into the white van are unclear, and little information has surfaced since that day to shed light on what happened to him. He has not been seen or heard from since he entered the vehicle. The Philadelphia Police Department opened an investigation into his disappearance, with a report being filed on April 16, 2009. Despite their efforts and his case being listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System there have been no significant developments or breakthroughs in the investigation.

Years have passed since Murshin Whaley vanished, and his case remains unsolved, leaving his family and community with unanswered questions. The lack of detailed information available to the public has made it difficult to piece together the events of that day. The investigation is ongoing, but the circumstances of his disappearance are still officially listed as unknown. The overview of this case is one of a young man who disappeared after reportedly getting into a white van following a family dispute; since then, there has been a painful absence of information regarding his whereabouts or what ultimately transpired.
Last Seen: Apr 14, 2009

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Murshin “Man Man” Whaley was... - Pennsylvania Lostnmissing
  • Murshin Whaley | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Murshin Whaley Missing Person Flyer | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Pennsylvania Lostnmissing's post - Facebook
  • Missing Murshin Whaley
  • Pennsylvania - #MISSING Murshin Whaley – April 14, 2009 ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP93109 • Found Jun 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP161561 • Found Aug 4, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 0%242 lb vs 120–130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP93856 • Found Jul 19, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'10"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP11266
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP11266 • Found Jul 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 52%6'2" vs 5'10"
    Weight 80%155 lb vs 120–130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP117153 • Found Feb 10, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 19–39 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11"–6'1" vs 5'10"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16324
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP16324 • Found May 11, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–36 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
    Weight 50%170 lb vs 120–130 lb
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP56820
    John Doe — Bronx, New York
    UP56820 • Found Mar 21, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 78%89 mi away
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 68%6'1" vs 5'10"
    Weight 98%144 lb vs 120–130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP14845
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP14845 • Found Jan 16, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%77 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'6" vs 5'10"
    Weight 99%143 lb vs 120–130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Black vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP13556 • Found Aug 16, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP122547
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York
    UP122547 • Found May 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 16–23 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 78%88 mi away
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
    Weight 88%150 lb vs 120–130 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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