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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53514) and 4 other sources
Michal Szkodzinski, an 85-year-old man, was last seen on October 15, 1997, in Los Angeles, California, where he resided in the Rampart area. His landlord reported him missing after he fell behind on his rent, raising concerns about his whereabouts. Michal, who wore glasses and was dressed in dark pants, a white shirt, and a tan derby hat at the time of his disappearance, was known to have gray hair and brown eyes. Standing at 5'8" and weighing around 170 pounds, he was reported to possibly have family in Chicago and may have relocated there, although this remains unconfirmed.

Authorities have speculated that Szkodzinski might be in a hospital or a care facility, but despite investigations, his fate remains unknown. There are no significant clues as to where he went after being last seen at his home. The case is still open, and the Los Angeles Police Department continues to handle the investigation, seeking any new information to resolve his disappearance.

Last Seen: Oct 21, 1997

Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3088
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3088 • Found May 4, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 65–85 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 88%138 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3415
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3415 • Found Apr 10, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 65–85 vs 85
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 94%143 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
UP109282 • Found Nov 1, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 78–92 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 88%138 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP13458
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP13458 • Found Oct 7, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 76%Est. 65–80 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 84%134 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP10023
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP10023 • Found Apr 15, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 65–99 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 96%145 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3030
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3030 • Found Apr 9, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 75%Est. 60–80 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 31%99 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3326
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3326 • Found Jun 28, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 75–85 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 52%6'1" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 165–175 lb
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3330
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3330 • Found Feb 14, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 43%Est. 61–74 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%192 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Loma Linda, California
UP2497 • Found Mar 6, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 75%Est. 60–80 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 165–175 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3382
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3382 • Found Dec 15, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 46%Est. 55–75 vs 85 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 58%225 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
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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