Reaves was last seen in Madison, Indiana on May 3, 2008. He was watching television with his girlfriend of seven years at her house. She fell asleep at about 2:00 a.m. When she woke up, he was gone and so was his car. Reaves sent his girlfriend a text message at 4:00 a.m., saying "I love you." She tried to call him five minutes later, but he didn't answer. He has never been heard from again.

Ten days after his disappearance, Reaves's gold 1999 Chrystler Sebring convertible was found unlocked and abandoned on Green Hills Road in Madison. It had been there for about a week. His wallet was inside it with money, identification and credit cards, but his keys and cellular phone were missing. He hasn't used his phone since the day of his disappearance. Reaves's loved ones stated it's uncharacteristic of him to leave his car unlocked.

Reaves is described as shy and a computer enthusiast. He was close to his family and he wasn't depressed or having any personal problems when he disappeared. His case remains unsolved.