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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP106891) and 12 other sources
In the summer of 2023, the life of Matthew William Prebeg, a 41-year-old resident of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, took a distressing and mysterious turn. On July 8, 2023, following a disagreement with a friend, Matthew was last seen leaving a residence in the Forestbrook area of Myrtle Beach. He had expressed his intention to drive to Ohio to live with his father, a journey he would unfortunately never complete. This departure marked the last time he was seen or heard from, sparking deep concern among his family and friends when he did not arrive at his destination.

The initial hope of his safe arrival in Ohio soon faded, replaced by a growing sense of alarm. Two days after he was last seen, on July 10, 2023, a significant but perplexing discovery was made in the case. Matthew's vehicle was found abandoned in Latta, located in Dillon County, South Carolina, off Highway 38. The car was locked, and inside were many of his personal belongings, including his clothing, driver's license, and cell phone. Curiously, the keys to the vehicle were missing, and there were no immediate signs of foul play at the scene, deepening the mystery of what could have happened to him after he left Myrtle Beach.

At the time of his disappearance, Matthew was described as a Caucasian male, standing approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing around 200 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. The Horry County Police Department is handling the investigation into his disappearance and encourages anyone with information to come forward. The case of Matthew Prebeg is a troubling one, characterized by an abrupt departure followed by the discovery of his abandoned vehicle with personal items left behind. The lack of clear evidence or signs of a struggle has left his loved ones and investigators with a painful void of unanswered questions regarding his whereabouts and well-being.

Last Seen: Jul 8, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Charlotte, North Carolina
UP161797 • Found Jul 20, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 75%Est. 48–62 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 65%150 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
Weight 100%192 lb vs 200–220 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue

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.