The Enigma of Benjaman Kyle: Unraveling the Mystery Behind the Man with Amnesia
A man was discovered unconscious behind a Burger King in Georgia in 2004, with no memory of his identity. Filmmakers Eric and Shannon Evangelista are now investigating his mysterious past in the docuseries "The Many Lives of Benjaman Kyle" on Investigation Discovery. The man, identified as William Burgess Powell in 2015, has not been charged with any crime and his current whereabouts are unknown. The filmmakers are seeking leads from the public to uncover his history.
Powell, also known as Benjaman Kyle, claimed to suffer from retrograde amnesia, but doubts about his diagnosis arose during the investigation. The Evangelistas, with backgrounds in journalism and law, aimed to reunite Powell with his family but encountered more questions than answers about his true identity. The case attracted national attention, with Powell appearing on the Dr. Phil show in 2008.
Retired FBI agent Ken Maxwell joined the investigation, uncovering a missing person report from 1976 that raised suspicions about Powell's past. Medical records contradicted parts of Powell's story, leading to further doubts about the authenticity of his amnesia. The filmmakers explored possible ties to organized crime and cold cases, but no evidence linking Powell to criminal activities has been found.
Despite efforts to locate Powell, he has disappeared from his last known residence, leaving no trace of his current whereabouts. Speculation suggests he may still be in the Lafayette area, where he lacks financial resources to travel. Maxwell believes Powell is skilled at evading detection, possibly using his computer expertise to remain hidden. The search for answers about Powell's true identity continues, with new theories emerging but no definitive conclusions reached.