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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP51222) and 3 other sources
Alyssa Burns, aged 37, was reported missing on February 3, 2008, in Ventura, California. The initial report came from her boyfriend, who shared a concerning phone call he received from Alyssa on the day of her disappearance. During the call, Alyssa expressed feelings of despair, stating that she was overwhelmed by her ongoing misfortunes and hinted at intentions to end her life. She also mentioned taking a taxi to a beach near some rocks, a location that investigators later identified as potentially being in the Sycamore Cove area. Despite extensive searches of this and surrounding beach areas, no trace of Alyssa was found.

Complicating the investigation was the fact that investigators struggled to confirm basic information about Alyssa, including her full identity. Her boyfriend was unable to provide vital details such as her date of birth, and to date, no family members have come forward. The investigation remains open, with authorities urging anyone with information to contact the Ventura County Cold Case Unit. Despite the challenges in identifying more about Alyssa, she is described as a white female, standing approximately 5'7" and weighing around 100 pounds, with blonde hair and brown eyes.
Last Seen: Feb 3, 2008

Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

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.

77%Possible
Jane Doe — Arleta, California - unidentified case UP104482
Jane Doe — Arleta, California
UP104482 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 84%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 70%125–145 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Oxnard, California
UP15021 • Found Jan 24, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP89347
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP89347 • Found Jan 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%110–120 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 0%Green vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP80466
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP80466 • Found Apr 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%62 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 90%115–130 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP59708
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP59708 • Found Aug 24, 2019
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%62 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%110–130 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Compton, California - unidentified case UP131023
Jane Doe — Compton, California
UP131023 • Found Sep 9, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'7"
Weight 56%130 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP81695
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP81695 • Found Jun 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%62 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 39%136 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown 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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