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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37972) and 5 other sources
Daniel Ray Carnahan, a 44-year-old man from Palatka, Florida, was last seen on January 23, 2017, near the Ocala National Forest. His disappearance has been a source of ongoing concern, as few leads have emerged since he was reported missing. Carnahan’s vehicle was discovered abandoned at the Lake Delancy East campground in Fort McCoy, Florida, approximately one week after his family reported him missing. This location, deep within the forest, added complexity to the search efforts, given the remote and heavily wooded terrain.

At the time of his disappearance, Carnahan, who was nicknamed "Danny," was believed to have been carrying a backpack, a laptop, and a 9mm pistol, further raising concerns about his safety. He was described as a Caucasian male with brown hair and blue eyes, and he may have had a chinstrap-style beard at the time. Despite numerous searches and public appeals for information, little has been discovered about what happened to him, and his case remains unsolved to this day.

Carnahan’s disappearance is considered suspicious, and authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward. His vehicle's location in such a secluded area has prompted ongoing speculation about the circumstances surrounding his last known movements, but no definitive answers have emerged. The case remains open as family, law enforcement, and the public hope for a resolution.

Last Seen: Jan 23, 2017

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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
John Doe — Daytona Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP102295
John Doe — Daytona Beach, Florida
UP102295 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 75%5'2"–5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
76%Possible
Unidentified Person — St. Augustine, Florida
UP51945 • Found Dec 6, 2017
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Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 44
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'9"–5'11"

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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