Melvin Wayne Delong

Melvin Wayne Delong was 58 years old when he disappeared from Parkersburg, West Virginia, on January 1, 1993. He was last seen that day and Melvin was reported missing soon afterward, but no sign of him has ever been found.

The circumstances of Melvin’s disappearance remain unknown. Despite the passage of time, few details have been made public. His case remains unsolved.

Physical Description

  • Height: 5'10" – 6'1"

  • Weight: 175 – 180 pounds

  • Hair Color: Brown

  • Eye Color: Blue

  • Wore Glasses

  • Race/Ethnicity: White/Caucasian

What You Can Do


If you know anything about what happened to Melvin Wayne Delong or where he might be, please contact the Parkersburg Police Department at (304) 424-8444.

He is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under case number MP40649.

Though decades have passed, even the smallest piece of information could help bring long-awaited answers.

Behind the Scenes of the Project

On April 1, 2025, a FOIA request was submitted regarding the disappearance of Melvin Wayne DeLong. When no response was received, a follow-up letter was sent on April 30.

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