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Darren Lavigne Missing Person Case

Last seen in Cape Elizabeth, Maine on Feb 1, 1982

Victim Details

Nov 8, 2018

Mar 11, 2024

Darren

Lavigne

65

21

68 inches

69 inches

145 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 1, 1982

Cape Elizabeth

Maine

York County

41743

Maine Marine Patrol - Augusta Headquarters

Augusta

Maine

Kennebec County

04333

21 State House Station, Maine

2076339595

State

Law Enforcement

82-0201

Feb 1, 1982

Maine Marine Patrol - Augusta Headquarters

Brown

Brown

Brown

No

Oct 3, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53366) and 3 other sources
Darren Lavigne, a 21-year-old man from Cape Elizabeth, Maine, was last seen on February 1, 1982. His disappearance has remained a troubling mystery for over four decades, leaving his family and authorities without answers. Darren was described as a white male with brown hair and blue eyes, standing around 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing approximately 170 pounds at the time of his disappearance. His sudden vanishing was unexpected, and those close to him have expressed concern, as there were no clear indications that he intended to leave or go missing.

The details of Darren's disappearance remain unclear, and little information is available regarding his last known movements. He was last seen in Cape Elizabeth, but no significant leads have emerged to suggest what might have happened to him. Local law enforcement initiated an investigation soon after he was reported missing, conducting searches and following up on potential leads, but no substantial evidence was found to explain his disappearance. As the years passed, the case went cold, with no new developments or breakthroughs.

Despite the lack of progress, Darren Lavigne's case remains open, and his family continues to hope for answers. Authorities have urged the public to come forward with any information that could shed light on his whereabouts, believing that even small details could help solve the mystery. Darren's disappearance highlights the challenges faced in missing person cases, where a lack of evidence and time passing can make the investigation difficult. His family has remained resilient in their search for closure, continuing to hope that one day the mystery of his disappearance will be solved.
Last Seen: Feb 1, 1982

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • 6178DMME - Darren Lavigne - Doe Network
  • https://www.atf.gov/file/154691/download

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

    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 — Sharon, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP16369
    John Doe — Sharon, Massachusetts
    UP16369 • Found Jun 6, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–22 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%111 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15944
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
    UP15944 • Found May 16, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 43 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%94 mi away
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 100%131 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14202
    John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts
    UP14202 • Found Oct 28, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%76 mi away
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11"–6'5" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14725
    John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts
    UP14725 • Found Dec 13, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 44–46 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%93 mi away
    TimingFound 28 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 77%182 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
    UP15971 • Found Mar 14, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%94 mi away
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Smithfield, Rhode Island - unidentified case UP12497
    John Doe — Smithfield, Rhode Island
    UP12497 • Found Jun 18, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%133 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 89%122 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
    UP57694 • Found Feb 18, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 76%96 mi away
    TimingFound 37 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 100%162 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Revere, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14115
    John Doe — Revere, Massachusetts
    UP14115 • Found Aug 12, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%90 mi away
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–5'9"
    Weight 93%170 lb vs 145–150 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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