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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP142401)
Justin Sewell, a 40-year-old man from Redlands, California, was last seen on July 3, 2018. Following his disappearance, he ceased all communication with his family, prompting concern and the initiation of a missing person case .

Subsequent to his disappearance, records indicate that a Justin Sewell was arrested on September 3, 2018, in Los Angeles County for battery on a spouse or cohabitant . Further arrests are documented, including one on September 20, 2018, for failing to register as a sex offender . These records suggest that Sewell may have resurfaced in the Los Angeles area after his disappearance. ,

In March 2023, a GoFundMe campaign titled "Honoring the life of Justin Sewell" was launched, indicating that he had passed away earlier that week . The fundraiser aimed to cover cremation expenses and organize a celebration of life, reflecting the family's desire to honor his memory.

The circumstances surrounding Justin Sewell's disappearance, subsequent legal issues, and eventual passing remain complex. While records suggest he was located after his initial disappearance, the details of his life during that period and the events leading to his death have not been fully disclosed.

Last Seen: Jul 3, 2018

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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 — Sun Valley, California - unidentified case UP52915
John Doe — Sun Valley, California
UP52915 • Found Sep 13, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40
Race 100%White
Location 82%76 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 100%185 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Red
Eyes 70%Hazel vs Green
79%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP137125
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP137125 • Found Nov 16, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 94%155 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 15%Black vs Red
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
77%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP110722 • Found Aug 19, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%82 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–5'9" vs 5'6"–5'10"
77%Possible
John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%72 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 180–200 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 79%Est. 45–65 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 84%68 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 99%140–160 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Red
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
76%Possible
John Doe — Burbank, California
UP80227 • Found Apr 22, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'10"
76%Possible
John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP88020
John Doe — San Bernardino, California
UP88020 • Found Feb 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 57%Est. 50–70 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 100%206 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Red
Eyes 70%Hazel vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP109440
John Doe — San Bernardino, California
UP109440 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 19–59 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 100%201 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — Santa Monica, California
UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%76 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'6"–5'10"
Weight 59%255–275 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 15%Black vs Red
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green

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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