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Sampson Baldwin, 35, was last seen on December 1, 2009, in Detroit, Michigan. Very little is known about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. At the time, Sampson was described as 6'1" tall, weighing approximately 205 pounds, with black hair.

His case remains unsolved, with no significant leads emerging in the years since he went missing. Law enforcement continues to seek information regarding his whereabouts, and he is listed in missing persons databases such as NamUs.
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Last Seen: Dec 01, 2009

Victim Details

Nov 20, 2020

Nov 23, 2020

Sampson

Baldwin

50

35

73 inches

205 lbs

Black / African American

Male

In the winter of 2009, a 35-year-old man named Sampson Baldwin vanished from Detroit, Michigan. He was last seen on December 1, 2009, in the 48205 area of the city. Details surrounding the specific circumstances of his disappearance are sparse, leaving a painful void for those who knew him. Sampson was a Black / African American male, standing at 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 205 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. His case is a haunting reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving their loved ones to navigate a world of uncertainty and unanswered questions. The lack of information available to the public makes it difficult to piece together the events leading up to his disappearance. Sampson Baldwin's life before he went missing was not without its struggles. He had a significant criminal history, primarily involving guns and drugs, and had previously served a 12-year prison sentence. In 2009, he was found in possession of a gun, which was a violation of his probation. This led to a sentence of an additional 30 months in federal prison. However, before he could be incarcerated, he allegedly cut his tether and absconded, becoming a fugitive from the law. This complex history adds layers to his disappearance, suggesting that he may have been actively avoiding law enforcement. The U.S. Marshals have been seeking him for years, indicating that they believe he may be in hiding. The search for Sampson Baldwin has been a long and frustrating one for authorities. The U.S. Marshals have expressed that they have hit numerous dead ends in their attempts to locate him and have appealed to the public for any information that could lead to his whereabouts. It is believed that he could be using one of his many aliases, which include "CRENSHAW,CHIARM," "BALDWIN,ROCKY," "CERSHAW,MARQUIS," and "CARTER,JAMES RAY." Authorities have noted that he has connections to several states, including West Virginia, Maryland, Chicago, and Massachusetts, in addition to his strong ties to the Detroit area. The overarching view of this case is that Sampson Baldwin is a man who vanished while on the run from the law. The circumstances of his disappearance are intertwined with his criminal past, making it a challenging case for investigators. While officially listed as a missing person, the possibility that he is intentionally evading capture remains a significant factor in the ongoing investigation.

Dec 01, 2009

Detroit

Michigan

Wayne County

48205

No

95392

United States Marshals Service - Detroit

Detroit

Michigan

Wayne County

48226

120 Federal Building, Michigan

3132345600

Federal

Law Enforcement

1039-0719-5844-B

United States Marshals Service - Detroit

8488

Black

Brown

Brown

05/30/2026


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