Vanished in Plain Sight: The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer
Timeline of Events
- Evening of March 31, 2006: Brian went out to celebrate spring break with his friend William “Clint” Florence.
- They went bar-hopping before arriving at the Ugly Tuna Saloona around 1:15 AM.
- Brian was seen talking with friends and two women inside the bar.
- Around 1:55 AM, cameras show him re-entering the bar after stepping outside briefly.
- After that, he is never seen again on surveillance leaving the bar.
Family & Personal Life
- Brian’s mother had died of cancer just weeks before.
- His girlfriend, Alexis, expected a marriage proposal during their spring break trip to Miami.
- His father, Randy Shaffer, tirelessly searched for answers until his death in 2008.
- Alexis continued to call Brian’s phone for years — at least one time it rang before going to voicemail, sparking rumors.
This case stands out because it feels impossible. How can someone walk into a bar and never walk out? The mystery of Brian Shaffer leaves his loved ones, investigators, and the public with more questions than answers
