Urgent Search: Family Seeks Clues on Missing Matthew and Hidden Hyundai Tucson Out of Vegas

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Authorities in Arizona are intensifying their efforts to locate 28-year-old Matthew Spencer, who mysteriously vanished while driving from Las Vegas to his new residence in Houston.

Matthew was last in contact with his family on August 6. Known for being exceptionally close with his family, especially his twin sister Kara, his sudden silence is highly unusual and concerning.

Earlier this summer, Matthew decided to embark on a fresh chapter by relocating from California to Houston, Texas. His adventurous spirit often leads him to explore new destinations.

For this journey, he chose to travel in his 2006 Hyundai Tucson, planning a leisurely trip rather than a non-stop drive. His itinerary included a visit to his sister Kara in Las Vegas, followed by stops in Arizona and New Mexico en route to Texas.

Matthew reached Las Vegas on August 1 and stayed until August 4, before resuming his journey to Texas.

Matthew plans to split the rest of the 20-hour drive into several days. On August 5th, Matthew’s car is spotted coming into Flagstaff, Arizona.

On August 6, Matthew checks in with Kara, telling her he’s arrived in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. The two chat over text until 10:54. Matthew’s last message saying he’s ‘driving in the desert.

On August 7, Matthew does not respond to his sister’s text messages, so after more than 12 hours Without contact, Matthew’s family reports him missing. Authorities found Matthew’s silver 2006 Hyundai Tucson on camera entering Flagstaff.

Matthew’s Tucson has not been located

Matthew is 5 feet, 9 inches tall, weighing 200 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He usually has a mustache and wears glasses.

Anyone with information on Matthew, or his silver 2006 Hyundai Tucson with Washington plate CJM2235, should contact the Flagstaff, Arizona police at 928-774-1414.

Joining Nancy Grace today:

Matthew Mangino – Attorney, Former District Attorney (Lawrence County); Author: “The Executioner’s Toll: The Crimes, Arrests, Trials, Appeals, Last Meals, Final Words and Executions of 46 Persons in the United States”

Dr. John Delatorre – Licensed Psychologist and Mediator (specializing in forensic psychology); Psychological Consultant to Project Absentis: a nonprofit organization that searches for missing persons; X, IG, and TikTok – @drjohndelatorre

Rhonda Dequier - Founder of 'Missing In America Network,’ a non-profit organization committed to raising awareness, supporting families, and facilitating search efforts for missing persons across the United States; Social Media: @MissingInAmricaNetwork — Rhonda Dequier– Founder of ‘Missing In America Network,’ a non-profit organization committed to raising awareness, supporting families, and facilitating search efforts for missing persons across the United States; Social Media: @MissingInAmricaNetwork

Additional Guests

Randi Green – Mathew Spencer’s Cousin
Kara Spencer – Mathew Spencer’s Sister
Evan Short – Director of Search Operations for ‘Missing in America Network,’ (involved in the search for Mathew Spencer)
Sydney Sumner – Crime Stories Investigative Reporter

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