Daniel Elton Windley
Physical Description
Height: 5 feet 10 inches
Weight: Approximately 150 pounds
Hair Color: Gray or partially gray
Eye Color: Brown
Race/Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Distinguishing Features:
Three tattoos: on both upper arms and the back of his shoulder
Nickname: "Dano"
Daniel Elton Windley was last seen on March 29, 2018, near the Lowe’s store along the Kanawha River in Charleston, West Virginia. A Navy veteran, Daniel was 45 years old at the time of his disappearance. Despite efforts by law enforcement and his loved ones, he has not been heard from since that day.
Daniel's sudden disappearance has left his family and friends searching for answers. His case remains open, and authorities continue to seek any information that might shed light on his whereabouts.
What You Can Do
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Daniel Elton Windley, please contact the Charleston Police Department at (304) 348-6480.
Daniel is listed in the NamUs database under case number MP51313.
Even after all these years, Daniel’s story matters. Any piece of information, no matter how small, could help bring much-needed answers.
Behind the Scenes of the Project
We have submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the appropriate agency to gather more details about this case. We are currently awaiting a response and will update this profile as soon as additional information becomes available.