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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP58672) and 4 other sources
Harrison McLean, a 48-year-old man from Kennebunkport, Maine, was last seen on December 15, 1989. His sudden disappearance has puzzled family, friends, and local authorities, as no significant clues have emerged regarding his whereabouts in the years since he went missing. Harrison was described as a white male with graying hair and blue eyes, standing about 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing approximately 190 pounds. His disappearance was unexpected, and his family expressed concern, particularly as it was unlike him to lose contact without explanation.

The details surrounding Harrison’s disappearance remain mysterious. He was last seen in Kennebunkport, a coastal town, but little information is available about his activities or movements leading up to the day he went missing. Local law enforcement initiated a search, but despite their efforts, no substantial evidence or leads were discovered to provide clarity on what happened to him. Searches of nearby areas and follow-up investigations did not yield significant results, and over time, the case grew cold.

Harrison McLean's case remains unresolved decades later, leaving his family with unanswered questions and no closure. Law enforcement continues to treat the case as open, hoping that new information might surface to help solve the mystery. The prolonged uncertainty has been difficult for his loved ones, as the lack of progress in the investigation has made it challenging to uncover any concrete leads. Harrison's disappearance highlights the complexities of missing person cases, particularly when there is little evidence to follow, leaving his family to hope that someday the truth will come to light and bring closure to this long-standing mystery.

Last Seen: Dec 15, 1989

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15890
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts
UP15890 • Found May 2, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%72 mi away
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 94%157 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
77%Possible
John Doe — Lynn, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15537
John Doe — Lynn, Massachusetts
UP15537 • Found Aug 4, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 79%143 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — East Boston, Massachusetts
UP53220 • Found Sep 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 68–82 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%73 mi away
TimingFound 29 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 51%123 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
76%Possible
John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15888
John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts
UP15888 • Found Mar 12, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 5'10"
Weight 93%156 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14202
John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts
UP14202 • Found Oct 28, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 74%Est. 35–45 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%165 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 70%Brown vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — Medford, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP11551
John Doe — Medford, Massachusetts
UP11551 • Found Jul 3, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 75 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%73 mi away
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%163 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray

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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