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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP645) and 10 other sources
Travis John Killen, an 18-year-old from Flora Vista, New Mexico, was last seen on November 23, 1997. He left his home near U.S. Route 550 driving his gray 1983 Ford Escort but never returned. The following day, on November 24, his car was found abandoned on Navajo Route 36 near the Chaco River, in a dirt water culvert. Despite extensive searches, there were no signs of Travis at the scene, and he has not been heard from since.

At the time of his disappearance, Travis was wearing a black tank top, blue or black work jeans, and black sneakers. He had distinctive scars on his right arm, right index finger, and earlobes from multiple piercings. He also had tattoos on his left shoulder and right hand. Foul play is suspected, and authorities continue to investigate his case as an endangered missing person. However, more than two decades later, his whereabouts remain unknown.

Travis’s case is being handled by the San Juan County Sheriff's Department, and anyone with information is urged to contact them to assist in resolving this cold case.

Last Seen: Nov 23, 1997

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Kirtland, New Mexico
UP65046 • Found Nov 23, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 95%174 lb vs 145–155 lb

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.