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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23088) and 2 other sources
Michael Joseph Gibbs, 26 years old, was last seen on the morning of April 25, 1998, at his residence on Minton Road in Melbourne, Florida. He was seen by his girlfriend, who left for work at 7:30 a.m., leaving Gibbs and his brother at the house. Gibbs had planned to work on his vehicle’s engine and later visit a park with his girlfriend. However, when his parents stopped by the house at 11:30 a.m., Gibbs was no longer there, and his brother, who woke up later in the afternoon, was unable to reach him by pager.

Strangely, Gibbs left behind his Harley Davidson motorcycle and his beloved dog, indicating that his departure was unexpected. His sudden disappearance raised concerns, especially since he was known as a reliable employee at Gator Chrysler Plymouth Suzuki, where he had never missed a day of work prior to vanishing. Despite a thorough investigation by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, no clues have surfaced regarding his whereabouts, and his case remains unsolved to this day.
Last Seen: Apr 25, 1998

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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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP2299
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP2299 • Found Nov 11, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 90%160 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%Possible
John Doe — Florida
UP1045 • Found Aug 23, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%53 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'7"
79%Possible
John Doe — Dover, Florida - unidentified case UP178
John Doe — Dover, Florida
UP178 • Found Mar 22, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
78%Possible
John Doe — Bonita Springs, Florida - unidentified case UP1062
John Doe — Bonita Springs, Florida
UP1062 • Found Jul 12, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 67%140 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
78%Possible
John Doe — Boca Raton, Florida - unidentified case UP1068
John Doe — Boca Raton, Florida
UP1068 • Found Nov 21, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%122 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 95%113 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
77%Possible
John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP102755
John Doe — Florida
UP102755 • Found Jan 7, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 25 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 81%93–104 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%97 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Ormond Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP1021
John Doe — Ormond Beach, Florida
UP1021 • Found Jan 27, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 98%155 lb vs 130–140 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP531
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP531 • Found Dec 15, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26
Race 100%White
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 52%5'11" vs 5'6"–5'7"
75%Possible
John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP78
John Doe — Tampa, Florida
UP78 • Found May 21, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%116 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 73%172 lb vs 130–140 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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