In the summer of 2025, concern grew for 61-year-old Kelvin Bullock in Hays, Kansas. He was last seen on July 8, 2025. At the time of his disappearance, Bullock was experiencing homelessness. The circumstances leading to his disappearance began on the evening of July 8th, when he sent a text message to a friend at approximately 5:57 p.m., asking the friend to contact the Hays Police Department. The friend promptly did so, requesting a welfare check on Kelvin. However, when officers arrived at his makeshift shelter, located in the vicinity of the 1000 block of East 10th Street, he was not there.
The investigation into Kelvin Bullock's disappearance involved multiple searches of the area surrounding his encampment. Despite the use of search dogs, these efforts did not lead to his location. Family members, including his sister Karen Runnion, made public pleas for assistance, urging local farmers and residents to check their properties, including fields, barns, and wooded areas. His daughter shared that he had become homeless in April of that year after being unable to pay rent and that he had left his vehicle behind, suggesting he was traveling on foot. Family and friends organized a search party in September 2025 to continue the effort to find him.
Official reports later indicated that Kelvin Bullock was found alive. While the specific details and the exact date of his discovery are not widely available, his case is no longer considered an active missing person investigation. The focus of the case from the outset was the well-being of a vulnerable individual facing difficult circumstances. The initial alert was prompted by a concerning message, and the subsequent search efforts by law enforcement and the community highlighted the shared desire to ensure his safety. The resolution of the case brought an end to the uncertainty for his family and community.
Last Seen: Jul 08, 2025
