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Marvin Odom Missing Person Case

Last seen in Dover, Delaware on Jan 1, 1995

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Dec 12, 2024

Marvin

Odom

51

20

71 inches

155 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Jan 1, 1995

Dover

Delaware

Kent County

Dover

No

159346

Dover Police Department

Dover

Delaware

Kent County

19904

400 South Queen Street, Delaware

3027367111

Local

Law Enforcement

https://doverpolice.org/

50-23-32604

Dover Police Department

2396

Brown

Brown

Brown

Sep 22, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP134500) and 12 other sources
Marvin Odom, a 20-year-old male from Dover, Delaware, has been missing since January 1, 1995. The case has recently gained renewed attention as Dover Police Department detectives began investigating active wanted persons in Delaware in October 2023.

During their investigation, detectives made contact with Odom's family, who revealed that he had not been seen or heard from since a court case in 1995. At the time of his disappearance, Odom was 21 years old, which suggests he may have gone missing shortly after his 21st birthday.

The circumstances surrounding Odom's disappearance remain unclear, and the Dover Police Department is actively seeking information related to his case. They are urging anyone with knowledge about Odom's disappearance or current whereabouts to come forward. Detective Logan Spicer is leading the investigation and can be contacted at 302-736-7122 ext. 448 or via email at [email protected].

This cold case, which has remained unsolved for nearly three decades, highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in resolving long-term missing person cases. The recent efforts by the Dover Police Department to revisit and investigate active wanted persons demonstrate their commitment to solving these cases, no matter how much time has passed.

Last Seen: Jan 1, 1995

Links to Additional Sources (12)

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  • Dover Police Department Seeking Information on Missing Person ...">Dover Police Department Seeking Information on Missing Person ...
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP134500
  • Dover PD seeking info on missing man - 47abc - WMDT
  • Dover PD seeking info on missing man - Ground News
  • NEWS – Page 5 – City of Dover Police Department
  • September 2024 – City of Dover Police Department
  • disappearance of Marvin Odom - WGMD
  • DE - Marvin Odom, 20, Dover, January 1, 1995 | Websleuths
  • 6623DMDE - Marvin Odom
  • Marvin Odom - Dover Police Department
  • Wanted/Missing Alert! Marvin M. Odom, 21yrs old at the time. 3 ...
  • Marvin Odom: https://thegeorgiagazette.com/richmond/marvin-odom-2/

    • 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP1417 • Found Apr 27, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 20
    Race 100%Black
    Location 87%59 mi away
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP16615 • Found Dec 29, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 88%55 mi away
    TimingFound 24 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 94%135 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
    UP109761 • Found Nov 1, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 80%83 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%140–145 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1456
    John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey
    UP1456 • Found Jun 23, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 80%84 mi away
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Cheverly, Maryland - unidentified case UP10293
    John Doe — Cheverly, Maryland
    UP10293 • Found Aug 23, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%76 mi away
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP1389
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP1389 • Found Jul 28, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 85%63 mi away
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 0%367 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16617
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP16617 • Found Jul 4, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 65%Est. 12–17 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 87%58 mi away
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%130–145 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5638
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP5638 • Found Nov 2, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 68%134 mi away
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%167 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP2658 • Found Apr 13, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 87%59 mi away
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6087
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP6087 • Found Sep 19, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 68%134 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown 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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