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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP41073) and 6 other sources
In the small community of Bainbridge, Ohio, a family continues to hope for answers in the disappearance of Stephen 'Steve' Martin. He was last seen on September 10, 2017. On that day, law enforcement visited his residence, and for reasons that are not entirely clear, he fled. There was speculation that an outstanding warrant in a neighboring county may have prompted him to run. Since that encounter, there has been no communication from him, and his whereabouts remain a mystery. At the time he went missing, he was 42 years old and was reportedly working at a logging site in the Bainbridge area. His family has been left in a state of uncertainty, desperately seeking any information that could lead to his whereabouts.

Stephen is described as a white male with brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood between 5'5' and 5'7' tall and weighed between 185 and 195 pounds. He has several distinct tattoos that could aid in his identification. These include a wizard with the name 'Saundra' on his forearm, an anchor on his rib cage, a black and red cross on his upper arm, and a timberjack tattoo on his inner arm. When he was last seen, he was wearing a gray shirt, blue athletic shorts, and black sandals. These personal details provide a clearer picture of the man whose absence has left a significant void in the lives of his loved ones.

The investigation into Stephen Martin's disappearance is being handled by the Ross County Sheriff's Office, and they have encouraged anyone with information to come forward. Despite the passage of time, the case remains open, fueled by the hope of his family and the dedication of law enforcement. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are limited, leaving many unanswered questions. The lack of contact since he fled from his residence is a primary source of concern. The overview of this case highlights a man who vanished after an encounter with police, with very few leads to follow since that day. His family continues their search for answers, holding onto hope for a resolution.

Last Seen: Sep 10, 2017

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Enon, Ohio - unidentified case UP157410
John Doe — Enon, Ohio
UP157410 • Found Sep 29, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 42 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 75%5'5"–6'1" vs 5'5"–5'7"

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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