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Christopher May Missing Person Case

Last seen in Gilbert, West Virginia on Jan 2, 2019

Victim Details

Jan 28, 2021

Sep 12, 2023

Christopher

May

48

41

67 inches

69 inches

150 lbs

185 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 2, 2019

Gilbert

West Virginia

Mingo County

25621

No

99617

Gilbert Police Department

Gilbert

West Virginia

Mingo County

25621

44 U.S. 46, West Virginia

3046649625

Local

Law Enforcement

19-009

Gilbert Police Department

na

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 5, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP77455) and 9 other sources
Christopher "Chris" Macky May was 41 years old when he was last seen on January 2, 2019, in the Little Egypt Road area of Gilbert, Mingo County, West Virginia. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a dark-colored t-shirt and blue jeans. May is a white male with brown hair and brown eyes. He is between 5 feet 7 inches and 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs between 150 and 185 pounds. He has several distinct tattoos, including lips on the right side of his neck, a skull on his right forearm, and the initials "CCM" and "JLC" on one of his fingers.

The circumstances surrounding May's disappearance remain unclear. His case is being handled by the Gilbert Police Department and the West Virginia State Police. Despite the passage of time, his case remains active, and there is an ongoing effort to gather more information that could lead to his whereabouts. Community engagement and the sharing of any credible information are considered vital in the search for answers.

The investigation into Christopher May's disappearance is ongoing, and law enforcement agencies continue to seek information from the public. Anyone with knowledge about his case is encouraged to come forward to assist in providing resolution for his family and community. The hope is that with continued public awareness and support, new leads will emerge that can shed light on what happened to him.
Last Seen: Jan 2, 2019

Links to Additional Sources (9)

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  • MISSING IN WEST VIRGINIA | THE SEARCH FOR CHRISTOPHER ...
  • MISSING*** Christopher... - The AWARE Foundation
  • West Virginia State Police searching for missing Mingo County man
  • Gilbert man missing since Jan. 3 | News | loganbanner.com
  • Man from Gilbert missing since Jan. 3 - Williamson Daily News
  • Search continues for missing Gilbert man - Williamson Daily News
  • Missing person Christopher May in Gilbert, WV - Facebook
  • the search for christopher may. 1-15-2019
  • Christopher May is still missing. Today is his 42nd birthday. Please ...

    • 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.

    79%Possible
    John Doe — Knoxville, Tennessee - unidentified case UP107847
    John Doe — Knoxville, Tennessee
    UP107847 • Found Aug 5, 2023
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 41 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 61%169 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Physical features: Tattoo: skull
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Kenova, West Virginia
    UP75517 • Found May 23, 2020
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 19–59 vs 41 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'1" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 100%200–220 lb vs 150–185 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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    Forum Posts (2)

    I've been following Chris Macky May's disappearance for a while, and one thing that really stands... ...Read More
    05/23/2024
    Has anyone else noticed how quiet it's been around Christopher May's case? It's frustrating that a... ...Read More
    01/04/2023

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