Steve Roger Longie was 55 years old when he was reported missing from Belcourt, North Dakota, in Rolette County. NamUs lists his case as Missing Person / NamUs #MP83337, with an official date of last contact of October 6, 2020. Belcourt is within the Turtle Mountain area, and case information identifies Steve as an American Indian / Alaska Native man associated with the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians of North Dakota.
He is described as about 6 feet 1 inch tall and approximately 170 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
The known public circumstances are deeply concerning. According to NamUs-based case details, Steve was last seen in October 2020, possibly on October 6 or October 7, walking away from his residence in Belcourt. Reports state that he left personal belongings behind at home, including checks and medication, and that he did not have a phone with him. Those details are significant because they suggest he may not have been prepared for an extended absence and may have been difficult to reach or locate after he left.
As the case developed, federal authorities became involved. In November 2021, the FBI sought the public’s help regarding Steve’s disappearance, and local news reports citing the FBI stated there were investigative reasons to believe foul play contributed to his disappearance and presumed death. The FBI offered a reward of up to $5,000 for information, with reports specifying that the reward was tied to information leading to a conviction of the person or persons responsible.
Search efforts continued after Steve vanished. In July 2022, KVRR reported that another search had been held on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation but did not locate him. His son Aaron Longie said searchers covered land and creeks and felt they had made progress by building contacts and a communication network. The report also described the emotional weight of the effort, noting the uncertainty families face as time passes and quoting Aaron’s message not to give up.
Steve’s disappearance remains a painful case for his loved ones and community, especially because the public information leaves many questions unanswered: where he went after leaving his residence, whether anyone saw or spoke with him afterward, and what happened in the days surrounding his disappearance. Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact their local FBI office, call 1-800-CALL-FBI, or submit a tip through the FBI’s online tip portal.Last Seen: Oct 6, 2020
