Case Description
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William Emsley Hipp III, a 39-year-old sculptor from Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, was last seen on July 1, 1991. He had collected $5,000 from a debt and was reportedly carrying the cash when he left his home. Hipp, who suffered from bipolar disorder and alcoholism, was in need of medication to manage his condition. His mental health struggles, combined with his decision to stop carrying identification, complicated his disappearance.

Shortly after leaving North Carolina, Hipp trav ...Read More
Last Seen: Jul 01, 1991
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Victim Details

Jul 11, 2009

Dec 20, 2023

William

Hipp III

72

39

70 inches

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jul 01, 1991

Charlotte

North Carolina

Mecklenburg County

No

20576

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department

Charlotte

North Carolina

Mecklenburg County

28202

John Tuttle

Detective

601 East Trade Street, North Carolina

7043364978

Local

Law Enforcement

19960806124301

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Gray

Gray

09/30/2024


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I've been following the case of William's disappearance closely and was wondering if anyone has any ... ...Read More
02/02/2024
It is crucial that we come together as a community and assist law enforcement in locating William. I... ...Read More
07/27/2023
I am currently working on a story about the murder of William Hipp III and am seeking any informatio... ...Read More
04/02/2023