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Case Description

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Two young surfers saw the decedent floating on the water at a point approximately 300 yards northwest of the north jetty, Mission Bay, San Diego.
Date Found: 1973-07-20

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Possible Missing Person Matches (1)

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.

80%Moderate
Earl Atkinson
Earl Atkinson
MP11895 • Missing since Jul 29, 1970 from Avalon, California
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%74 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%154 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.