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Randy Doran Missing Person Case

Last seen in New Orleans, Louisiana on Apr 01, 1978

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In the spring of 1978, a 22-year-old man named Randy Stewart Doran embarked on a journey that would lead to his mysterious disappearance. A former Marine, Randy was known for his nomadic spirit and love for hitchhiking across the country. He was a creative soul who enjoyed playing the guitar, writing songs, and crafting poetry. Originally from California, Randy's travels had previously taken him to Nevada and Florida. His decision to leave home in March 1978 came after a disagreement with h ...Read More
Last Seen: Apr 01, 1978

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    Victim Details

    Jan 04, 2021

    Oct 31, 2023

    Randy

    Doran

    69

    22

    71 inches

    160 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Apr 01, 1978

    New Orleans

    Louisiana

    Orleans Parish

    No

    97308

    Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

    Sacramento

    California

    Sacramento County

    95841

    Zaheem Buksh

    Detective, Missing Persons

    4500 Orange Grove Avenue, California

    9168745115

    County

    Law Enforcement

    sacsheriff.com

    21-010093

    2021-01-11

    Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

    6713

    Brown

    Blue

    Blue

    06/22/2026


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