Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP65500)
An elderly man named Mike Dewayne Kjedahl was reported missing from West Memphis, Arkansas. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance began after his vehicle broke down. He had taken a cab to a tow yard in West Memphis to retrieve his personal belongings from his disabled car. According to the cab driver who transported him, Mr. Kjedahl mentioned that he intended to return to his home in Utah.
The driver also noted that he had indicated he would secure a different ride from the tow yard for his journey.
Concern for Mr. Kjedahl's welfare grew when he failed to arrive in Utah as expected. His family, unable to get in touch with him, became increasingly worried. All attempts to contact him were unsuccessful, and there were no signs of him reaching his intended destination. The lack of communication was out of character, prompting his family to report him as a missing person. The West Memphis Police Department was assigned to investigate his disappearance.
The investigation into Mike Kjedahl's whereabouts was initiated, with law enforcement looking into the last known details of his movements. The primary information they had was the cab driver's account of dropping him off at the tow yard and his stated intention of traveling to Utah. Authorities worked to piece together what might have happened after he was last seen. The case was entered into national missing persons databases to broaden the search and alert other agencies. Ultimately, the search for Mike Dewayne Kjedahl concluded when he was located and found to be alive.Last Seen: Dec 28, 2018
