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John Speights Missing Person Case

Last seen in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas on Nov 09, 2024

Victim Details

May 19, 2026

May 20, 2026

John

Speights

65

64

70 inches

185 lbs

200 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Nov 09, 2024

Helena-West Helena

Arkansas

Phillips County

72342

No

192395

Helena-West Helena Police Department

West Helena

Arkansas

Phillips County

72390

98 Plaza # A, West Helena, AR 72390, Arkansas

8705723441

Local

Law Enforcement

http://hwhpd.com/

24-01562

2024-11-11

Helena-West Helena Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

07/14/2026


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In the quiet community of Helena-West Helena, Arkansas, the sudden disappearance of 64-year-old John Edward Speights has left his family and friends in a state of deep concern. On a Saturday evening, he was dropped off on Rightor Street to spend time with friends. In a move that would later seem perplexing, he left behind his phone, keys, and vehicle at his home. This seemingly ordinary social visit would mark the last time he was seen by those who know him. His failure to return home and the su ...
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Last Seen: Nov 09, 2024

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