John Len Taylor
Missing since May 21, 1999 from Gary, Indiana
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: April 16, 1951
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 48 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'10"; 150 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Black male. Black hair; brown eyes. Glasses with wire frames.
• Marks, Scars: Surgical scar on back of neck, surgical scar on abdomen.
• Clothing: Blue jacket, blue and white shirt, blue pants. Silver watch.

Circumstances of Disappearance
John was last seen walking in the vicinity of the 3900 block of Adams Street. He was at his girlfriend's house when he and another person there had a brief argument. He announced he was taking a stroll to get some fresh air and didn't return. Taylor, who lived with his parents in the 3900 block of Adams Street, walked a regular route between Glen park to the Dorie Miller housing projects along Broadway and 21st Avenue, where his girlfriend lived.
During one of those treks he was shot from behind on 21st Avenue near Martin Luther King Drive. He underwent surgery and has developed medical problems since.
Police suspect foul play.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Gary Police Department
219-881-1209

Agency Case Number: 99-10432

Source Information:
National Center for Missing Adults
The Post-Tribune