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The decedent was found floating in Pacific Ocean near Santa Monica, CA on the morning of 3/28/1970. He was in the water for one to two weeks prior to being found.
Date Found: 1970-03-28

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Possible Missing Person Matches (2)

Missing persons whose details are consistent with these remains, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

Values read: this case vs the missing person.

81%Moderate
Marvin Shahan
Marvin Shahan
MP51388 • Missing since Nov 1, 1969 from El Cajon, California
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 98%142 lb vs 160 lb
81%Moderate
Roger Madison
Roger Madison
MP4637 • Missing since Dec 16, 1968 from Sylmar, California
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Sex ✓Male
Age 80%Est. 18–35 vs 15 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 145 lb

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 this case.