0 Echoes on the Strand: The Disappearance of William Andrew Carpenter
- Missing Persons
- by CSC Blog
- 06/19/2025
Background and Last Known Whereabouts
William Andrew Carpenter, known to many as “Andy,” vanished on June 17, 1990, in the Myrtle Beach and Conway, South Carolina, area. At 46 years old, Carpenter—a white male with a graying mustache, blue eyes, standing around 5'10" and 165 pounds—was reportedly carrying a large sum of cash. He had come to the Grand Strand region with the intent to purchase a hotel. That fateful date marks the last confirmed contact his family had with him.
Personal Details and Identifying Features
Official records describe William Andrew Carpenter as having graying hair and blue eyes. One distinctive feature was a panther tattoo on his left shoulder, which may have been visible if he wore sleeveless clothing. Dental, fingerprint, and DNA records remain unknown or outdated, making current identification difficult according to NamUs....Read More