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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53487) and 12 other sources
On August 22, 2013, William “Billy” McIntyre, a 51-year-old fisherman from Cape Neddick, Maine, went missing after a late-night outing on his fishing vessel, *The Clover*, near Perkins Cove. That evening, McIntyre and several friends, including three women, went out to the bell buoy in the cove after a night of socializing. Witnesses reported that McIntyre undressed down to his boxers and jumped into the water. Shortly after, he was seen floating face down. Despite efforts by those onboard to retrieve him, they were unable to do so.

The Maine Marine Patrol, along with other agencies, conducted an intensive search for McIntyre. Over the course of two days, divers, side-scan sonar, and aerial searches were used to locate him, but his body was never recovered. The Coast Guard suspended its search on August 23, as it was deemed unlikely he had survived. McIntyre’s disappearance was a significant loss for the Perkins Cove community, where he was well-known as an experienced and beloved fisherman.

McIntyre was remembered for his larger-than-life personality and his deep ties to the sea, where he spent much of his life fishing for tuna and lobster. The circumstances of his disappearance remain open, though authorities continue to search the area during routine patrols. His family and friends continue to honor his memory, grieving his loss in the close-knit fishing community.

Last Seen: Aug 22, 2013

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 92%Est. 55–60 vs 51 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%62 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 60%157 lb vs 225–250 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15888
John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts
UP15888 • Found Mar 12, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 55–60 vs 51 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%56 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 59%156 lb vs 225–250 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Haverhill, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15794
John Doe — Haverhill, Massachusetts
UP15794 • Found Jun 2, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 64%Est. 60–62 vs 51 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'3" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 80%297 lb vs 225–250 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14893
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
UP14893 • Found Mar 10, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 51 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%65 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 95%280 lb vs 225–250 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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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