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Nicholas Oswald Missing Person Case

Last seen in Las Vegas, Nevada on Aug 9, 2025

Victim Details

Oct 3, 2025

Nov 20, 2025

Nicholas

Oswald

46

45

73 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 9, 2025

Las Vegas

Nevada

Clark County

Las Vegas

No

178333

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

Las Vegas

Nevada

Clark County

89106

Verl Conover

Detective

400 South Martin Luther King Boulevard, Nevada

7028282907

Local

Law Enforcement

www.lvmpd.com

LLV250800044696

Aug 12, 2025

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 2, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP150985) and 1 other source
In the summer of 2025, the life of forty-five-year-old Nicholas Oswald took a distressing turn, leaving his family and friends in a state of profound uncertainty. On August 9th, Nicholas was last seen in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was a white male, standing at approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 160 pounds. At the time of his disappearance, he had brown hair and hazel eyes. The last known description of his attire indicated he was wearing a black shirt and gray pants. His last confirmed contact was within the 89103 zip code of Las Vegas, a detail that provides a geographical starting point for the search, yet the path he took from there remains a mystery. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are particularly concerning to those who know him and the authorities investigating his case.

The details of Nicholas Oswald's last known moments paint a concerning picture. He reportedly left his home at approximately 1:00 in the morning with the intention of meeting a friend. The planned meeting spot was in the wash area behind the Rio Hotel, a location often referred to as 'the tunnels.' This network of flood-control channels that runs beneath Las Vegas is known to be a hazardous area. These tunnels, designed to divert storm water, can become incredibly dangerous during rainfall, with rapidly rising water levels. The fact that Nicholas was heading to this specific location in the early hours of the morning has been a significant point of focus for the investigation into his disappearance, adding a layer of complexity and worry to the case.

Following his failure to return home or make any further contact, Nicholas Oswald was reported as a missing person to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. An official investigation was launched by the agency's Missing Persons Detail, and his case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. Despite these efforts, his case has not yet reached a resolution. The investigation has included gathering details about his physical description and last known whereabouts in the hopes of generating leads. The overview of this case highlights a sudden and perplexing disappearance, with the unique and potentially dangerous location of his intended destination being a key element. The lack of any clear answers has left his loved ones grappling with the pain of not knowing what happened to him after he walked out of his residence on that August morning.
Last Seen: Aug 9, 2025

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    • 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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — Las Vegas, Nevada - unidentified case UP154182
    John Doe — Las Vegas, Nevada
    UP154182 • Found Nov 27, 2025
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 40–70 vs 45
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 6'1"

    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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