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Dustin Lee Missing Person Case

Last seen in El Centro, California on Jan 24, 2012

Victim Details

Nov 8, 2019

Nov 8, 2019

Dustin

Lee

30

16

67 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 24, 2012

El Centro

California

Imperial County

92243

No

66256

Imperial County Sheriff's Office

El Centro

California

Imperial County

92243

328 Applestill Road, California

4422652105

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.icso.org/

1201-2087

Jan 24, 2012

Imperial County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Blue

Blue

Sep 30, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP61451) and 1 other source
Dustin Lee, a 16-year-old boy from El Centro, California, was last seen on January 24, 2012. At the time of his disappearance, Dustin was reported to have run away from a receiving home, a facility for youth in care. After leaving the facility, he was seen running north, and there have been no further updates or sightings of him since that day.

Dustin is described as a Caucasian male, 5'7" tall, weighing around 180 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Despite his case being entered into missing persons databases like NamUs, very little information has surfaced, and his disappearance remains unsolved. His records, like many in similar circumstances, were reportedly destroyed after he reached adulthood, further complicating the search for information.

Authorities continue to seek any leads, and his case remains open. His family and investigators encourage anyone with information about Dustin's whereabouts to come forward.
Last Seen: Jan 24, 2012

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  • Casualties: US Navy and Marine Corps Personnel Killed and Injured ...

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California
    UP16346 • Found Jan 15, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Winterhaven, California
    UP16884 • Found Mar 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 180 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Yuma, Arizona - unidentified case UP13188
    John Doe — Yuma, Arizona
    UP13188 • Found Nov 4, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%52 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 98%160 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP11876 • Found Oct 27, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 62%Est. 20–35 vs 16
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 98%160 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP15235
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15235 • Found May 13, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'10" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Niland, California
    UP17368 • Found Nov 15, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP14740
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP14740 • Found Jul 28, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Borrego Springs, California
    UP54384 • Found Oct 26, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'7"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California - unidentified case UP12459
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California
    UP12459 • Found Dec 9, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 87%Est. 18–30 vs 16
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"

    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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    It's baffling how little information is available about Dustin Lee's case even after so many years.... ...Read More
    07/07/2024
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