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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4276) and 7 other sources
Terrance Williams, age 27, was last seen in Naples, Florida, on January 12, 2004. His disappearance remains a mystery tied to troubling circumstances involving former Collier County sheriff's deputy Steven Calkins. Williams was reportedly stopped by Calkins while driving a white Cadillac, which had engine issues and lacked proper registration or insurance. Calkins claimed that instead of citing Williams, he dropped him off at a Circle K convenience store, a claim that is disputed by witnesses and unsupported by phone records.

This incident bears unsettling similarities to the disappearance of Felipe Santos, another man who vanished in October 2003 after being last seen in Calkins' custody. Despite investigations, no charges have been filed against Calkins, although he was fired for lying during the investigation. Terrance Williams has not been seen since, and his family has continued to push for answers, filing a wrongful death lawsuit against Calkins in 2018.

The case has gained national attention, with involvement from figures such as Tyler Perry, and remains one of the most perplexing missing person cases in Florida. Despite various investigative efforts, including the use of cadaver dogs and polygraph tests, no substantial leads have emerged, and Terrance's case remains unsolved.

Last Seen: Jan 12, 2004

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — North Palm Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP7798
John Doe — North Palm Beach, Florida
UP7798 • Found Dec 10, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–29 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 72%117 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'8"–6'0"
Weight 89%201 lb vs 160–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
UP12951 • Found Jan 30, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 74%103 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–6'0"
Weight 87%132 lb vs 160–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP443 • Found Jan 5, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27
Race 100%Black
Location 74%103 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Islamorada, Florida
UP157312 • Found Nov 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 73%110 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–5'11" vs 5'8"–6'0"
Weight 65%115 lb vs 160–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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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