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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP19500) and 6 other sources
Paul Henry Armstrong, a 27-year-old tow truck driver, was last seen on December 17, 1993, in Merced, California. Armstrong's girlfriend saw him at home before she left for work at 7:45 a.m., and about an hour later, his brother stopped by but found the house empty. Armstrong had left behind his wallet and was scheduled to meet his girlfriend for lunch that day, but he never showed up. He was never heard from again.

At the time of his disappearance, Armstrong was on crutches due to a broken leg and was wearing a leg brace. He was dressed in gray sweatpants, a light blue UCLA sweatshirt, a white "Raiders" jacket with Kool-Aid stains on the sleeves, and blue sneakers. Armstrong's case took a more puzzling turn when his co-worker, Steven Lombard, also disappeared the same day under suspicious circumstances. Although both men worked for the same towing company, their families believe the disappearances were unrelated.

Armstrong’s case remains unsolved, and authorities consider it a suspicious disappearance. Despite numerous efforts, neither Armstrong nor Lombard has been located. Their disappearances are being investigated as potential homicides. If anyone has information, they are encouraged to contact the Merced County Sheriff's Department.

Last Seen: Dec 17, 1993

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 — Turlock, California
UP50957 • Found Jul 11, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%130–180 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP17689
John Doe — California
UP17689 • Found May 10, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 68%136 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 93%170 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Stockton, California - unidentified case UP50599
John Doe — Stockton, California
UP50599 • Found Jul 12, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Palo Alto, California - unidentified case UP127061
John Doe — Palo Alto, California
UP127061 • Found May 23, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 78%Est. 30–50 vs 27
Race 100%White
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%157–172 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP15316 • Found Jun 10, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Stockton, California
UP68547 • Found Oct 24, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 27 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 92%171 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Newman, California - unidentified case UP13001
John Doe — Newman, California
UP13001 • Found Feb 1, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 95%30 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 68%6'0" vs 5'9"
Weight 80%180 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Sacramento, California
UP2373 • Found Sep 7, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 27
Race 100%White
Location 74%107 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 80%120 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP128534
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP128534 • Found Jan 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%55 mi away, same state
TimingFound 30 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 87%115–125 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP7082 • Found Aug 21, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%116 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel 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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