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Michael Delaney Missing Person Case

Last seen in San Francisco, California on Jun 1, 2005

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Victim Details

Jun 27, 2017

Nov 6, 2023

Michael

Delaney

64

43

72 inches

145 lbs

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 1, 2005

San Francisco

California

San Francisco County

33739

Sacramento Police Department

Sacramento

California

Sacramento County

95822

Alexandr Giy

Detective

5770 Freeport Boulevard, California

9168080560

Local

Law Enforcement

10-95025

Sacramento Police Department

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38822) and 6 other sources
Michael Ewing Delaney, a 43-year-old man, was last seen on June 1, 2005, in San Francisco, California. At the time of his disappearance, Michael was known to be transient, and it is believed that he was likely in the San Francisco area. His family has not had any contact with him since that time. Described as a white male with brown hair, blue eyes, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 145 pounds, Michael's case has remained unsolved for years.

Authorities have continued to seek information on his whereabouts, and his case remains active. No significant leads have been reported, and Michael's family continues to hope for closure regarding his disappearance. Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Francisco Police Department or other relevant agencies involved in the investigation.
Last Seen: Jun 1, 2005

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Michael Delaney | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP38822
  • U.S. Missing Persons - Doe Network
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  • Body of missing Reston man found after his disappearance over a ...
  • Michael Delaney withdraws from consideration for judge nomination

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Antioch, California - unidentified case UP10735
    John Doe — Antioch, California
    UP10735 • Found Oct 15, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 43
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP12220 • Found May 15, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%180 lb vs 145–160 lb
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP12992
    John Doe — Berkeley, California
    UP12992 • Found Nov 2, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 90%Est. 50–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 83%117 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5964 • Found Jun 27, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 43–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 81%115 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Napa, California
    UP69733 • Found Dec 14, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 90%Est. 28–42 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0"–6'3" vs 6'0"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5965 • Found Dec 27, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 96%127 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146018
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146018 • Found Jan 18, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%1 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
    Weight 86%186 lb vs 145–160 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown

    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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