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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4217) and 6 other sources
Keith William Tindale, a 21-year-old airman stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, was last seen on June 1, 1983. On that day, Tindale went camping with two fellow Air Force members on the East Reservation of the base. He has not been heard from since. Shortly before his disappearance, Tindale withdrew $900 from his bank account, gave away his belongings, and purchased a motorcycle from another airman.

The Air Force classified Tindale as a deserter, suggesting he disappeared due to fear of a pending court-martial for a previous incident involving the theft of a motorcycle in Florida. Despite this classification, Tindale’s family, particularly his mother, strongly believe he met with foul play. Civilian authorities also suspect he may have been murdered and buried in the vast wilderness surrounding the base.

Tindale was a well-regarded airman, having joined the Air Force in 1980 after excelling academically in high school. He regularly kept in touch with his family, making his sudden disappearance all the more perplexing. To this day, no substantial leads have emerged, and both military and civilian authorities continue to investigate his case.

Last Seen: Jun 1, 1983

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP4469 • Found May 2, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 58%185 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%154 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP4468 • Found Mar 15, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 58%184 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 83%130 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Black 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.