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Craig Reese Missing Person Case

Last seen in Bakersfield, California on Aug 1, 2015

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Victim Details

Apr 16, 2019

Apr 19, 2022

Craig

Reese

66

55

69 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 1, 2015

Bakersfield

California

Kern County

No

49111

Bakersfield Police Department

Bakersfield

California

Kern County

93301

1601 Truxtun Avenue, California

6613277111

Local

Law Enforcement

https://bakersfieldcity.us/gov/depts/police/default.htm

1625733

Aug 2, 2015

Bakersfield Police Department

9564

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP56761) and 5 other sources
Craig Allen Reese, a 55-year-old man, was last seen in Bakersfield, California, on August 1, 2015. Reese, who is described as a white male with gray hair and brown eyes, stood 5'9" tall and weighed around 140 pounds at the time of his disappearance. He also had distinctive tattoos on his arm, back, and chest. There are very few details available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance, and he has not been heard from since that day.

Reese's case has been classified as missing, with local law enforcement, including the Bakersfield Police Department, handling the investigation. Despite the passage of time, no significant leads have emerged. Authorities urge anyone with information about his case to come forward.
Last Seen: Aug 1, 2015

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Craig Allen Reese | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Craig Allen Reese - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP56761 | NamUs
  • Bakersfield, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime
  • Registered sex offenders in Bakersfield, California - City-Data.com

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP15654
    John Doe — California
    UP15654 • Found Jul 9, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%85 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    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 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP128534
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP128534 • Found Jan 4, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%103 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 99%115–125 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 75%102 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    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 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%98 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 24%198 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP15982
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP15982 • Found Jun 26, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Bellflower, California
    UP14872 • Found Oct 16, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 72%Est. 60 vs 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%115 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 84%115 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    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 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%156 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown

    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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