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Douglas Edwards Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lancaster, California on Dec 24, 2018

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Victim Details

Sep 24, 2019

Sep 24, 2019

Douglas

Edwards

69

62

72 inches

150 lbs

170 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 24, 2018

Lancaster

California

Los Angeles County

93534

No

63414

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Monterey Park

California

Los Angeles County

91755

Matthew Pereida

Sgt.

1 Cupania Circle, California

3238905500

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.lasd.org/about_us.html

019-03914-1122-400

Feb 24, 2019

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

9293

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP60316) and 6 other sources
Douglas Edwards, a 62-year-old man from Lancaster, California, was last seen on December 24, 2018. He lived a transient lifestyle, often maintaining sporadic contact with his family. However, since the date of his last known communication, he has not reached out to his family, which prompted concerns about his well-being. Edwards, described as having blond or strawberry-colored hair, stands at about 6 feet tall and weighs around 150 pounds.

Despite investigations, no substantial leads have emerged regarding his whereabouts. His case remains open, and authorities continue to seek public assistance to gather more information that could help resolve his disappearance. The public is encouraged to come forward if they have any knowledge that might aid in locating him.

For more information or to contribute tips, Edwards' case is listed in missing persons databases, such as NamUs and the California Department of Justice.
Last Seen: Dec 24, 2018

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • 10 years of MISSING IN AMERICA - NBC News
  • [XML] https://pacer.uscourts.gov/file-case/court-cmecf-lookup/data.xml
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  • Revoked License | NC DPI
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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 62 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%46 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 62 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%48 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 62 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP88020
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California
    UP88020 • Found Feb 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 62 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%63 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 75%206 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP55211
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP55211 • Found Jan 16, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 62
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 weeks after last seen
    Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
    Weight 85%198 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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