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Thayne Alan Smika

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Wanted For:

Possible Location(s):

  • Mexico
  • Canada

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Thayne Smika cops Cops Name Colorado Man's Accused Killer 27 Years Later

Cops in Boulder, Colo., are searching for 52-year-old Thayne Smika. He's accused of shooting his roommate, 22-year-old Sid Wells to death back in 1983. Police have released age-enhanced photos of what Smika might look like today, but he could be anywhere now.

Sex:
Male
Race:
White
Current Age:
54
Height:
5'11"
Weight:
150 lbs.
Hair (Color, Description, Facial Hair):
  • Brown
Eyes:
  • Hazel
Other Phys. Characteristics:
  • Known to be a loner
  • Could be working as a bookkeeper or realtor
  • Cops believe he used and sold cocaine
Last Seen:
  • Orange County , CA
  • Southern area , CA
  • Was last seen in Southern California in 1986.
Other Possible Locations:
  • Mexico
  • Canada
Last Known Locations:
  • Denver , CO
Last updated June 14, 2011

Thayne Alan Smika


Photos

Sid Wells was only 22 years old when cops say Thayne Smika shot him to death.
The last time cops had any contact with Smika was in 1986. They have released age-enhanced photos in hopes someone will recognize him.
Thayne Smika is known to be a loner. He could be working as a bookkeeper or realtor.
Smika was living at Sid Wells apartment at the time of the murder. It is believed Smike owed Sid rent money.
Smika may be going under a different name.
Cops say it is possible Smika has left the country.

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