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David Tew Missing Person Case

Last seen in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 1, 2021

Victim Details

Jun 9, 2022

May 20, 2024

David

Tew

41

36

66 inches

67 inches

120 lbs

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 1, 2021

Las Vegas

Nevada

Clark County

No

116705

Portsmouth Police Department

Portsmouth

Virginia

Portsmouth City

23704

Jane Foster

Police Sergeant

711 Crawford St, Virginia

7573935300

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.portsmouthpd.us/

2022-007190

Portsmouth Police Department

4534

Blond/Strawberry

Green

Green

Oct 10, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP92211) and 3 other sources
In the vibrant and bustling city of Las Vegas, Nevada, a 36-year-old man named David Lee Tew vanished, leaving behind a mysterious and unresolved case. He was last seen on May 1, 2021. At the time he went missing, David was described as a white male with blond or strawberry-colored hair and green eyes. His height was estimated to be between 5 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 7 inches, and he weighed between 120 and 175 pounds. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain largely unknown, casting a shadow of uncertainty for his loved ones and the community.

The investigation into what happened to David Tew has been met with significant challenges from the outset. There is a notable scarcity of publicly available information regarding his activities or his state of mind on the day he was last seen. This lack of a clear timeline has made it incredibly difficult for investigators to piece together the sequence of events that led to him going missing. The absence of witnesses coming forward with information and the lack of physical evidence have further complicated the efforts of law enforcement to develop any substantial leads in the case.

The passage of time has not brought any definitive answers in the disappearance of David Tew. His case is an ongoing source of concern and a painful enigma for his family and friends. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department continues to handle the investigation, facing the difficult task of solving a mystery with very few clues. The case is an overview of the profound difficulties that can arise in missing persons investigations when there is a lack of concrete evidence and witness testimony, leaving a family to wait and hope for a resolution.
Last Seen: May 1, 2021

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Doe Network Identified
  • david henderson missing - IST Clinic
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP92211 | NamUs

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

    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.

    77%Possible
    John Doe — Henderson, Nevada
    UP104115 • Found Dec 22, 2022
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 97%Est. 38–52 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 20 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'11" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — North Las Vegas, Nevada - unidentified case UP129701
    John Doe — North Las Vegas, Nevada
    UP129701 • Found Sep 11, 2024
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond

    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.

    Unidentified photos are blurred because many are post-mortem. Tap a photo to reveal it.

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    Hey everyone, I've been following the case of David Tew, who vanished in Las Vegas, and I can't stop... ...Read More
    11/11/2024
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