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Joseph Fischer Missing Person Case

Last seen in Princeton, California on Nov 27, 1994

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Victim Details

Apr 16, 2018

Jun 13, 2023

Joseph

Fischer

83

52

72 inches

250 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 27, 1994

Princeton

California

San Mateo County

94019

32234

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office

Redwood City

California

San Mateo County

94063

400 County Center, California

6505991536

County

Law Enforcement

www.smcsheriff.com/contact-us

94-33904

Nov 27, 1994

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office

10542

Blond/Strawberry

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP43103) and 4 other sources
Joseph Fischer, a 52-year-old man, went missing on November 27, 1994, near Princeton, California. On the day of his disappearance, Fischer was reportedly a passenger in a vessel that capsized. Despite efforts to locate him, Fischer has not been found, and his case remains unresolved. Fischer was described as a white male, approximately 6'0" tall, weighing 250 pounds, with blond or strawberry-colored hair.

His disappearance is officially recorded in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), and authorities have continued to seek any information regarding his whereabouts. Given the circumstances of the accident, it is believed that Fischer may have perished at sea, but his body was never recovered.
Last Seen: Nov 27, 1994

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Joseph A. Fischer '48 | Princeton Alumni Weekly
  • Murder of Joey Fischer - Wikipedia
  • PAW May 14, 2008: Memorials - Princeton University
  • Tyler Sandoval - Men's Lacrosse - Princeton University Athletics

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5946 • Found Jul 7, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 83%Est. 30–50 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 80%200 lb vs 250 lb
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP57876
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP57876 • Found Oct 15, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%35 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%260 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5945 • Found Apr 29, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 62%180 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Saratoga, California
    UP127298 • Found Apr 1, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP12220 • Found May 15, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 62%180 lb vs 250 lb
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 0%115 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP127425 • Found Jun 14, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 16%139 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Stinson Beach, California
    UP7080 • Found Jul 9, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 38–58 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6"–5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%250 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 27 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 73%191 lb vs 250 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

    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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