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Steven Ericson Missing Person Case

Last seen in Grass Valley, California on Jun 1, 1972

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Victim Details

Jun 22, 2018

Sep 10, 2023

Steven

Ericson

72

18

70 inches

170 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 1, 1972

Grass Valley

California

Nevada County

37628

Nevada County Sheriff's Office

Nevada City

California

Nevada County

95959

Bob Jakobs

Captain, Administrative Support Services

950 Maidu Avenue, California

5302651471

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.mynevadacounty.com/150/Sheriff-Coroner-Public-Administrator

11800985

Nevada County Sheriff's Office

10710

Blond/Strawberry

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 2, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP50743) and 7 other sources
Steven Lewis Ericson, 18 years old, went missing on June 1, 1972, from Grass Valley, California, located in Nevada County. At the time of his disappearance, Steven stood 5'10" and weighed 170 pounds. He had blond hair and hazel eyes. Very few details are available about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and no trace of him has been found since that day.

Steven’s case remains classified as an endangered missing person. Investigators have not provided any significant updates over the years, and despite extensive efforts, no leads have emerged. Law enforcement, including the Nevada County Sheriff's Department, still actively seeks information that might help solve this long-standing case.

His disappearance remains open and unsolved, with law enforcement agencies continuing to encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Jun 1, 1972

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP50743 | NamUs
  • 5770DMCA - Steven Lewis Ericson - Doe Network
  • Steven Ericson | International Missing Persons Wiki | Fandom
  • Steven Lewis Ericson | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Sheriff's Dept Ramping Up Missing Persons Cases - KNCO
  • Steven Lewis Ericson - The Charley Project
  • Steven Lewis Ericson

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2411 • Found Dec 20, 1979
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%49 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 96%190 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2414 • Found Feb 6, 1977
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%6'0" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    77%Possible
    John Doe — California
    UP68487 • Found Nov 23, 1972
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 18
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%90 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2404 • Found May 12, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 80%83 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 91%145 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17772 • Found Jan 4, 1973
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 84%Est. 20–40 vs 18
    Race 100%White
    Location 71%121 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 170 lb
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP12982 • Found Dec 4, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%164 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 10%Black vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2398 • Found Aug 11, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
    Weight 95%149 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5872 • Found Oct 16, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%124 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%153 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Unincorporated, California
    UP10662 • Found Jun 7, 1978
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%143 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP53302
    John Doe — Berkeley, California
    UP53302 • Found Mar 19, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 81%137 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond

    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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