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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP152712) and 2 other sources
Shawn David Ferris, 28, was last seen on July 8, 2013, in Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. His family reported that they last saw him at his home in Estate Mt. Pleasant. The U.S. Virgin Islands Police Department is the investigating agency for his disappearance. The case is documented under NamUs case number MP152712 and agency case number 13A06224.

At the time he went missing, Ferris was described as a Black / African American male, standing at 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 140 pounds. He has long black dreadlocks, brown eyes, and a mustache and goatee. Ferris, who is also known by the nickname "Biggs," has distinctive tattoos on both of his arms. One arm has a tattoo of his nickname, "Biggs," and the other has a tattoo of a snake.

Ferris was a self-employed farmer and was known to frequent several locations in St. Croix. These places include Estate Pleasant, Grove Place, the Vegetable Market in Frederiksted, the Lagoon Complex, and Hannah's Rest Plaza. There is no information available regarding the clothing he was wearing at the time of his disappearance or any mode of transportation he may have been using.

The circumstances surrounding Shawn Ferris's disappearance remain unresolved. In early 2021, Crime Stoppers USVI announced a $10,000 reward for information that could lead to an arrest in connection with his case, indicating that foul play is suspected. Authorities have urged anyone with information about his disappearance or his whereabouts to contact the US Virgin Islands Police Department or to provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers USVI.

Last Seen: Jul 8, 2013

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Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

83%Moderate
John Doe — San Juan, Puerto Rico
UP17283 • Found Nov 18, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%91 mi away
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Toa Baja, Puerto Rico
UP15703 • Found Mar 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 30–40 vs 28
Race 100%Black
Location 74%103 mi away
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
UP15902 • Found Nov 9, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 28
Race 100%Black
Location 64%153 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 60%180 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Fajardo, Puerto Rico - unidentified case UP16968
John Doe — Fajardo, Puerto Rico
UP16968 • Found Jul 30, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 1–99 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 84%67 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%131 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — San Juan, Puerto Rico - unidentified case UP17318
John Doe — San Juan, Puerto Rico
UP17318 • Found Sep 17, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%91 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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