Kyanja Keri Vanwey

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Left and Center: Kyanja, circa 2005;
Right: Age-progression to age 21 (circa 2008)

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Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

  • Missing Since: September 14, 2005 from Des Moines, Iowa
  • Classification: Endangered Runaway
  • Date Of Birth: November 27, 1987
  • Age: 17 years old
  • Height and Weight: 5'5 - 5'6, 165 - 210 pounds
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian female. Brown hair, brown eyes. Kyanja has pierced ears and a pierced nose. She has a scar on her right hand between her thumb and forefinger. Kyanja's nickname is Kiki and she may go by her middle name, Keri. She may dye her hair another color.
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    Details of Disappearance

    Kyanja was last seen in Des Moines, Iowa on September 14, 2005, but she was not reported missing until January 4, 2006. It not unclear why her disappearance went unreported for almost four months, but authorities believe she left of her own accord. Few details are available in her case.

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    Investigating Agency
    If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
    Des Moines Police Department
    515-283-4811

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    Source Information
    The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children
    Iowa Missing Person Information Clearinghouse
    NamUs

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    Updated 3 times since October 12, 2004.

    Last updated May 30, 2011; picture added.

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