Fredell Robinson Smith was last seen from Harvey, Illinois, with his final known contact recorded on October 8, 1997. He was described as a Black male, black hair, brown eyes, between six feet and six feet two inches tall, slender and about 140 pounds. Public details about what he was doing that day, what he wore, or his state of mind are not available.

The Harvey Police Department has been listed as the primary investigating agency. The case has remained open; the initial lack of significant leads, the absence of witnesses, and limited forensic options at the time have been cited as barriers to progress. Decades later, the disappearance remains unresolved and painful for family and community.

If anyone in the Harvey area in October 1997 has information about Fredell’s movements, contacts, or sightings around October 8, 1997, please come forward with what you remember.