Shoemaker was last seen leaving his parents' south Everett, Washington home for a camping trip on September 1, 1995. Shoemaker planned to arrive at Red Bridge Campground later during the day. The campground is located east of Granite Falls, Washington. Shoemaker never arrived at his destination and has never been heard from again. He was driving his white two-door 1979 Datsun coupe with Washington license plates 205-AKX. A photo of Shoemaker's car is posted below this case summary. The vehicle has a black louver, a damaged left front quarter panel and a "spider-web" cracked windshield.

Shoemaker's vehicle has never been located. His loved ones stated it is uncharacteristic of him to leave without warning. He was supposed to move to Montana with his mother a few days after his disappearance, and had already packed their belongings. Investigators have received tips that Shoemaker was murdered and buried in his car, but this information hasn't been confirmed. His His case remains unsolved.

Above: Shoemaker's car