Samuel Richard Riser
Samuel Richard Riser was last seen on December 8, 2010, in Glasgow, West Virginia. That evening, after 5:00 p.m., he went missing from his home on 3rd Avenue. He is known by nicknames like Dicky, Dickey, and Sam. Despite the time that has passed, Samuel’s case remains unresolved.
Physical Description
Race/Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
Height: 6'0"–6'2"
Weight: 200–210 pounds
Hair Color: Gray or Partially Gray
Eye Color: Blue
Head Hair: Full head of hair
Facial Hair: Full mustache
Aliases: Dicky, Dickey, Sam
Clothing: Possibly wearing a blue jean jacket with a gray hoodie underneath
Eyewear: Metal-rimmed glasses
Footwear: Possibly wearing white tennis shoes with blue and orange accents
What You Can Do
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Samuel Richard Riser, please contact the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office at (304) 357-0556
Samuel is listed in the NamUs database under case number MP9527.
Even after all these years, Samuel’s story matters. Any new information, no matter how small, could help bring long-awaited answers to those who still search for him.
Behind the Scenes of the Project
Our recent FOIA request was denied due to the case being classified as open and active. While records cannot be released at this time, we view this as a positive sign that law enforcement is continuing to investigate and protect the integrity of the case.