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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6062) and 8 other sources
Keith Dean Fleming, a 13-year-old boy from Cocoa Beach, Florida, went missing on April 28, 1977. He was last seen after visiting his girlfriend's house, where he planned to hitchhike home, a common practice in the area at the time. He never arrived home, and his disappearance remains a mystery. Keith, described as having blond hair and brown eyes, was wearing a green t-shirt, jeans, and flip-flops at the time. He also wore a gold chain with an Italian horn and had a partial plate for his two front teeth, which were lost in an accident.

One significant lead in Keith's case involves John Rodney McRae, a convicted murderer with a history of abducting and killing young boys. McRae, who worked as a prison guard in the area during the late 1970s, is suspected in the disappearances of multiple boys, including Keith. Though McRae was never charged in connection with Keith's case, his known predatory behavior and proximity to where Keith went missing raised suspicions. Investigators believe Keith's disappearance fits the profile of McRae's other victims, but McRae died in 2005 without ever admitting to involvement in Keith's case.

Despite extensive searches and ongoing investigations, Keith Fleming's body has never been found, and his case remains unsolved. His family continues to seek closure, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The case is still open, with hope that advancements in investigative techniques or new information may one day bring answers.

Last Seen: Apr 28, 1977

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP79499 • Found Nov 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 43 years after last seen
Height 84%5'2" vs 5'0"
Weight 85%129 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP526
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP526 • Found Apr 18, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
Weight 85%129 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Ft Lonesome/Wimauma, Florida - unidentified case UP189
John Doe — Ft Lonesome/Wimauma, Florida
UP189 • Found Nov 4, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%103 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
Weight 48%146 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
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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