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Relman Goolsby Missing Person Case

Last seen in Oakland, California on Dec 7, 1982

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Victim Details

Dec 13, 2016

Mar 4, 2024

Relman

Goolsby

66

23

69 inches

170 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Dec 7, 1982

Oakland

California

Alameda County

38649

Oakland Police Department

Oakland

California

Alameda County

94607

Brad Sides

Police Officer, Missing Persons

455 7th Street, California

5102383641

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.oaklandca.gov/departments/police

82-114032

Oakland Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP36413) and 4 other sources
Relman Goolsby, a 23-year-old man, was last seen on December 7, 1982, in Oakland, California. His case remains unsolved, with little information available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance. There are no publicly known leads or significant developments since he went missing, and his case remains listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) as unresolved. Despite efforts to gather information, his disappearance continues to be one of many unsolved cases from the area during that time. His family and investigators are still seeking any information that could provide clues to his whereabouts.

The authorities have been actively encouraging anyone with information to come forward. However, details regarding his personal life or possible factors contributing to his disappearance remain sparse. His case, along with many others, highlights the need for continued public awareness in long-term missing persons investigations.
Last Seen: Dec 7, 1982

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP36413
  • Facebook Groups | Relman Goolsby Missing from Oakland ...
  • Goolsby,Relman M.missing December 7.1982 - Porchlight ...
  • Relman Morin Goolsby | State of California - Department of Justice

    • 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 — San Francisco, California
    UP5892 • Found Nov 18, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 68%126 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5916 • Found Mar 5, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 82%138 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5934 • Found Feb 25, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 91%145 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Oakland, California - unidentified case UP16720
    John Doe — Oakland, California
    UP16720 • Found Jul 28, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 73%130 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5922 • Found Sep 29, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 82%Est. 30–55 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California - unidentified case UP113028
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP113028 • Found Nov 13, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 41 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5953 • Found Dec 7, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 35%234 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP100140 • Found Feb 7, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 99%12 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 40 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–5'10" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Alameda, California - unidentified case UP17616
    John Doe — Alameda, California
    UP17616 • Found Jun 9, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 87%142 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5931 • Found Nov 18, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 69%127 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black

    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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