Wensheng Zheng, a 31-year-old computer consultant, was last seen in Houston on August 17, 1999. He left messages for his boss and his fiancée saying he had an emergency and needed to travel to Austin and promised to return in two days, but he never did and was reported missing when he failed to contact anyone.

Investigators found Zheng’s wallet, keys, suitcase, and cell phone in his apartment, along with an unfinished letter to his father expressing happiness about his upcoming marriage. His car remained in its parking spot with the trunk slightly open. There were no signs of forced entry or a struggle at the residence. Reports said he had acquaintances in Austin, but there is no indication he reached that city. His bank accounts and credit cards were not used after his disappearance, and he had been in regular contact with family in China, making the disappearance out of character.

No leads have surfaced and the case remains unsolved. If anyone has information about Wensheng Zheng’s movements around August 17, 1999, please contact the Houston Police Department or the Texas Department of Public Safety.