Michael Lanyette Fauntleroy Jr., 25, disappeared from East Trenton after contacting his mother late on February 24, 2011. He spoke with her around 10:30 p.m., then sent a text shortly after midnight on February 25 saying he was on his way home; he never arrived and that text was the last contact his family had. Michael lived with his mother and his young son, was father to two children with a third on the way, and was remembered as close to his family and a gentle presence.

Detectives grew to believe he was targeted and likely met with foul play. Investigators looked into a possible link to a dispute over drug sales but the family insists his involvement was not serious; he mainly sold scrap metal. Searches near Hart Avenue and Assunpink Creek produced no clues. His mother believes he is no longer alive, and the case remains unsolved.

If anyone knew Michael, his routines, or saw him in Trenton the night of February 24–25, please come forward with information.