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John P. Katsilieris, a 17-year-old male, disappeared after departing from his family's home in Oak Park, Illinois, in August 1985. When he left, he took five of his guitars with him, leading to speculation that he was traveling to California to pursue a career in music. He was 6 feet to 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighed between 140 and 160 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. He may have had a mustache, beard, or goatee.

Katsilieris was last seen on August 16, 1985, in Santa Ana, Calif ...Read More
Last Seen: Aug 16, 1985
Victim Details

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

John

P. Katsilieris

17

17

6'0 - 6'2 inches

140 lbs

White

Male

Aug 16, 1985

Santa Ana

California

Santa Ana

Santa Ana Police Department

01/26/2026