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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP87695) and 7 other sources
Rodney Darryl Shadoan, a 61-year-old resident of Alcalde, New Mexico, was last seen at his home on County Road 42 on May 9, 2021. His disappearance was not immediately reported, as it was his neighbors who alerted his out-of-state daughter after not seeing any activity at his house for a few weeks. Known by his middle name, Darryl, Mr. Shadoan is described as being 5'6" tall and weighing 220 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. At the time he went missing, it was unclear what clothing he was wearing. Authorities believe he may be traveling in his white Hyundai passenger car with New Mexico license plate number NZS-969.

The circumstances surrounding Rodney Shadoan's disappearance have raised significant concern for his well-being. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran who is diabetic and has a heart monitor, adding to the urgency of his case. When law enforcement inspected his home, they found a window had been left open and some lights were still on. His daughter noted that it would be uncharacteristic for him to leave a window open if he intended to return shortly. Further inspection of the residence revealed that enough time had passed for cobwebs to form and for food in the refrigerator to spoil, suggesting he had not been home for a considerable period. There were, however, no signs of a break-in at the residence.

A perplexing element in the investigation is the reported sighting of Mr. Shadoan's vehicle in Clovis, New Mexico, a couple of weeks after he was last seen. According to his daughter, he has no known connections to the Clovis area and had no apparent reason to be there. This has left his family and investigators searching for answers. The New Mexico State Police are handling the investigation and have asked for the public's assistance in locating him. The case remains an active missing person investigation, with family and friends anxiously awaiting any news of his whereabouts and hoping for his safe return. The combination of his medical conditions, the unusual state of his home, and the unexplained presence of his car far from his residence creates a troubling and mysterious overview of the case.

Last Seen: May 9, 2021