Summary based on the NamUs case record (CP999655908)
Dexter Sterling Samuel, a 42-year-old Black man from Los Angeles, California, was reported missing after he was last seen in the city at the start of 2011. Publicly available information indicates that he has not been heard from since, and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have not been widely shared in official summaries. Because so few details are available, even basic questions—such as where he was heading, who he was with, or what he was wearing—remain unanswered in the
public record, leaving loved ones and investigators with limited leads to work from.
What has been made public focuses mainly on identifying information. Samuel is described as being about 5'11" and approximately 165 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. These details are often crucial years later, because even a small, specific identifier can help someone recognize a person or connect a memory—especially in a large city where countless brief encounters can go unreported or forgotten.
The investigating agency listed in available case information is the Los Angeles Police Department. Anyone who believes they may have information about Samuel’s whereabouts—even if it seems minor, uncertain, or from long ago—is encouraged to share it directly with law enforcement. Tips can be reported to the LAPD through its non-emergency contact line, which is the number commonly provided for non-urgent reports and follow-ups.
California also maintains a statewide missing-persons information hub and encourages the public to contact the appropriate law-enforcement agency associated with a missing-person record, or to use the California Department of Justice missing-persons hotline for assistance in directing information to the right place. For families, friends, and communities who carry the weight of not knowing, these official channels can be a way to keep the case visible and ensure any new information reaches investigators.Last Seen: Jan 1, 2011
