263 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.

Bruce Nilson Missing Person Case

Last seen in Kennewick, Washington on Aug 11, 2003

Victim Details

Created

Feb 15, 2024

Case Added

Sep 05, 2024

Firstname

Bruce

Lastname

Nilson

Current Age

Age At Disappearance

Height

70 inches

Height To

72 inches

Weight

160 lbs

Weight To

180 lbs

Ethnicity

White / Caucasian

Gender

Male

Last Seen

Aug 11, 2003

City

Kennewick

State

Washington

County

Benton County

Zip Code

99336

Tribal Land

Agency ID

145018

Agency Name

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

Agency City

Pasco

Agency State

Washington

Agency County

Franklin County

Agency Zip Code

99301

Agency Contact

Agency Address

1016 North 4th Avenue, Washington

Agency Phone

5095453501

Agency Jurisdiction

County

Agency Type

Law Enforcement

Agency Website

https://www.co.franklin.wa.us/sheriff/

Agency Case #

FCS024007403

Primary Agency

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

CaseContributors

2854

Hair Color

Sandy

Left Eye Color

Blue

Right Eye Color

Blue

Last Updated

07/07/2026

Area Last Seen:

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!

On August 11, 2003, 50-year-old Bruce Victor Nilson was last seen by his family in Kennewick, Washington. A United States Marine veteran, Nilson was known to live a transient lifestyle, often traveling long distances on foot and by hitchhiking. His family was aware of his tendency to wander, but as time stretched on with no word, concern for his safety grew. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance were initially scarce, leaving his loved ones and law enforcement with very few leads to fo ...

MEMBER ACCESS

Continue reading the complete case summary

Unlock the full case narrative for Bruce Nilson, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.

Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month

Cancel anytime.
Already a member? Log in

Last Seen: Aug 11, 2003

Links to Additional Sources (2)

See any mistakes? Let us know!

Missing Person / NamUs #MP116486 | NamUs

Bruce Victor Nilson | Missing Person | CrimeTea

Bruce Nilson Missing Person Case

Last seen in Kennewick, Washington on Aug 11, 2003

Victim Details

Case Description

Continue reading the complete case summary

Links to Additional Sources (2)

Latest News

The Disappearance of Derrick Sylvester

Timeline: The disappearance of Maya Millete

The Disappearance of Roy Vavra

Journalist known as "The Jaguar" shot dead in Mexico

The Disappearance of Kent Ridley

"Master yachtsman" fugitive captured on boat after 21 years on the run

Remains of Missing Sedona Woman Yolan Miller Identified

Army veteran sets off fireworks, starts fire outside NYC federal building, FBI says

The Disappearance of Malik Polk

Details on suspect in explosion outside federal building in New York City

Forum Posts (1)

Join the discussion for Bruce Nilson

Other Missing Cases from Kennewick, Washington