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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP5673) and 4 other sources
Kevin Andre Gardner, a 34-year-old man from Mulberry/Pierce, Florida, has been missing since February 11, 1996. On that day, Gardner was last seen around 12:30 p.m., leaving his mother's residence on foot. He has not been heard from since, and no conclusive evidence regarding his whereabouts has emerged. At the time of his disappearance, Gardner was wearing a beige long-sleeved shirt, faded jeans, sneakers, and a Florida Seminoles hat. He also wore his hair in a ponytail and was partially blind.

Authorities have long suspected foul play in Gardner's case. Some theories suggest that his disappearance might be linked to criminal activity, possibly involving a drug gang. Despite receiving anonymous tips that Gardner may have been killed, no solid leads have ever been confirmed, leaving the case open and unsolved.

Efforts to locate Gardner, including forensic and investigative measures, have not yielded any results. The Polk County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate his case, but Gardner's fate remains a mystery nearly three decades later.

Last Seen: Feb 11, 1996

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — St. Petersburg, Florida - unidentified case UP2301
John Doe — St. Petersburg, Florida
UP2301 • Found Apr 2, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 60%132 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Gulf Stream, Florida - unidentified case UP1086
John Doe — Gulf Stream, Florida
UP1086 • Found Mar 27, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 65%150 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 79%147 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Plant City, Florida - unidentified case UP185
John Doe — Plant City, Florida
UP185 • Found Apr 6, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
77%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5792
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5792 • Found Nov 16, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 34
Race 100%Black
Location 59%180 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 82%150 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1075 • Found Jan 5, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 59%180 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 71%140 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP7513
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP7513 • Found Jul 7, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–42 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 59%180 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 64%135 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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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