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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Case:Samson Raphael – Missing Person Case Information

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Samson Raphael went missing on May 29, 2026, and was last known to be in Peshawbestown, MI. He is described as having brown hair, brown eyes, 5'11" in height, and 230 lbs in weight. Samson was last seen wearing a white shirt, blue jeans, black shoes, and was seen leaving a Mobil gas station on foot. Grand Traverse Bay Tribal Police and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Missing and Murdered Unit are seeking information that may assist them with the ongoing search. Submit tips by texting 847411, calling 1-833-560-2065, or emailing ojs_mmu@bia.gov.

  • Samson Raphael

    Latest Information

    Last Known Location
    Peshawbestown, MI
    Open
    Agent Name
    Nicholas DePlonty
    Investigating Agency
    Grand Traverse Bay Tribal Police and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Missing and Murdered Unit

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Features

Hair
Brown
Eyes
Brown
Height
5'11"
Weight
230
Sex
Male
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native

Background

Date of Birth
June 02, 1996
Missing Date
May 29, 2026
Federally Recognized Tribes
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, Michigan

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