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Unidentified White / Caucasian Male
from San Diego, California


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Victim Details

Jan 5, 2025

Jun 25, 2025

50297

1972-00130

Adult - Pre 50

69759

71 inches

138 lbs

White / Caucasian

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 13, 1972

253 N. 21st St

San Diego

California

San Diego County

92014

Unknown

49182

San Diego Police Department

San Diego

California

San Diego County

1401 Broadway, , San Diego, California

6195312000

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.sandiego.gov/police

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

  • Tattoo: On the decedent's left foreman were three homemade tattoos. At the wrist area were the initials G.S. or C.S. Above them appeared another single initial, either a small letter "e" or a capital "C". Above that was a poorly defined outline of a possible heart shape.

  • Clothing: The decedent was wearing a gray jacket with the tag, "Sierra Sportswear, made in California", sewed on the inside. The collar and the wrist webbing were brow. There was a gray knit sweater with no label attached. A blue handkerchief with a white design was in his trousers/pocket. The decedent was wearing size 9.5 brown hush puppy shoes; one green and one maroon sock; a blue short-sleeved shirt, size 15.5 "Mr. Leggs" label on the inside; green striped trousers, "Lee" brand; brown-yellow-white t-shirt; and a pair of solid green trousers with no brand name. In trousers/belt loops was a dark brown belt, size 37, with a silver buckle. On the buckle was a snake and cactus plant; the snake was raised above the silver buckle.
  • Other: 1 x 20 cent Singapore coin 1 x 25 centavo Philippines coin


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Case Description

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The decedent was seen in the area at 3:30pm and talked to a gentleman that lives at 253 N. 21st. St. The decedent asked if ok to stay on his lawn. At approx. 5:10pm, the decedent was observed by the homeowner on all fours in front of residence. The decedent was assisted to the rear of the residence were he was given some coffee and food. The decedent started declining right away and was deceased before medics could arrive.
Date Found: 1972-01-13

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  • Unidentified Person / NamUs #UP135991

    • 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.

    82%Moderate
    Richard Boldon
    Richard Boldon
    MP13975 • Missing since Aug 19, 1971 from West Hollywood, California
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 39
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 145 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Earl Atkinson
    Earl Atkinson
    MP11895 • Missing since Jul 29, 1970 from Avalon, California
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 50 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'11" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 150 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.

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