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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1138) and 4 other sources
In the early morning hours of July 6, 2003, a family dispute in Farnham, Virginia, led to the disappearance of 43-year-old William 'Chris' Hensley. He was last seen at his residence near Route 3 at approximately 2:30 a.m. Hensley, a white male with brown hair and blue eyes, was wearing blue jean shorts and athletic shoes at the time he vanished. He also had a beard and a noticeable burn scar above his left elbow. Known to go by his middle name, Chris, he left his home that night and has not been seen or heard from since. The circumstances surrounding his departure have left his family with unanswered questions for years.

Adding to the mystery is the fact that William Hensley's vehicle also disappeared with him. He was driving a distinctive dark green 1994 Chevrolet S-10 truck. The truck had several identifying features, including light green colored doors, a plywood tailgate, and a significant dent that stretched from the passenger side door to the tailgate. The Virginia license plate on the truck was YLA 5028. Neither Hensley nor his vehicle have ever been located, deepening the complexity of the investigation. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office has been handling the case, but few details have been made public over the years.

The case of William 'Chris' Hensley's disappearance remains an open and troubling mystery. The lack of any substantial leads or evidence has made it difficult for investigators to piece together the events of that night. Despite the passage of time, the hope of finding answers and bringing closure to his loved ones endures. The investigation remains with the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, and the core of the case revolves around a man who vanished after a family argument, taking his uniquely identifiable truck with him, and leaving behind a void of information.

Last Seen: Jul 6, 2003

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Washington, District of Columbia
UP13436 • Found Dec 8, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%75 mi away
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Accokeek, Maryland
UP934 • Found Nov 14, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 43
Race 100%White
Location 87%58 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
77%Possible
John Doe — Capitol Heights, Maryland
UP10112 • Found Aug 6, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%71 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5603
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5603 • Found Aug 5, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 51%240 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Lorton, Virginia - unidentified case UP75435
John Doe — Lorton, Virginia
UP75435 • Found Dec 6, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%65 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'8"
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP4883 • Found Sep 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%167 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 73%115 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 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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