Lonzell Donte Graham, known to some as Zellie, was 23 when he disappeared from Detroit in the late summer of 1999. He was last seen on or around September 1, 1999, shortly after being released from jail. Reports describe him as a young Black man with a dark complexion, curly black hair, wide round eyes with long eyelashes, and a slender build. Height and weight estimates range from 5 feet 7 inches to 6 feet 1 inch and 120 to 170 pounds.

A distinctive physical detail is that he was double-jointed and could bend his legs back farther than usual, reportedly able to do backflips without using his hands for an entire block. People who knew him said he was quiet, kind-hearted, neatly dressed, and sometimes taken advantage of because of his gentle nature. The exact clothing he wore or his state of mind when he vanished are unclear.

The Detroit Police Department is handling the case. DNA from his sister has been collected for entry into national databases, but no significant leads have been reported and his family continues to seek answers. If anyone knew Lonzell or has information about his whereabouts in 1999, please share what you know.