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Donald Schambers Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Apr 25, 2017

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Victim Details

Jul 9, 2020

Nov 17, 2021

Donald

Schambers

74

65

66 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Apr 25, 2017

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90013

No

86607

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

Joseph Rich

Police Officer

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

17-04-09744

May 9, 2017

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

8316

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 17, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP71615) and 1 other source
Donald Schambers, age 65, was last seen on April 25, 2017, at a Los Angeles County building. Following his disappearance, authorities conducted a search and later checked his apartment, where they found his computer and cell phone, but all of his clothing had been removed, leading to further concerns about his well-being. Despite extensive efforts, no trace of Schambers has been found.

At the time of his disappearance, Schambers was described as being 5'6" tall, weighing approximately 140 pounds, with brown hair. His case remains unsolved, and law enforcement continues to seek any information that might lead to his whereabouts. Anyone with details about the case is encouraged to come forward and assist the investigation.
Last Seen: Apr 25, 2017

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP71615 | NamUs

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17010
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17010 • Found Jul 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 65
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 56%182 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 60%180–190 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    83%Moderate
    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 85%Est. 45–65 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP55211
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP55211 • Found Jan 16, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 24%198 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%65 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Colton, California - unidentified case UP54758
    John Doe — Colton, California
    UP54758 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 65
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%53 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 65 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP122559
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP122559 • Found May 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–65 vs 65 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%110 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%139 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 65 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    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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