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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP40311) and 7 other sources
In the quiet community of Stone Mountain, Georgia, the family of Durrel Emmery Matheson holds onto hope as they continue their search for him. Durrel, who was 29 years old at the time of his disappearance, was last heard from on January 31, 2016. Since that day, his loved ones have been without answers, left to wonder what might have happened to the man they describe as a beloved son and brother. The details surrounding his last known moments are scarce, contributing to the pain and uncertainty that has now stretched over several years. The DeKalb County Police Department opened an investigation into his disappearance on February 9, 2016, but the case has remained unsolved with few leads emerging.

Durrel is described as a Black male, standing at 5'7' and weighing around 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He has a few distinguishing features that his family hopes might help someone recognize him: a scar on his right eyebrow, a mole under his left eye, and a piercing in his right ear. He also has a tattoo on his upper left forearm of praying hands with the words 'Only God Can Judge Me.' At the time he went missing, it is unknown what clothing he was wearing. His vehicle was reportedly left at his mother's home, adding another layer of mystery to his sudden disappearance.

The years since Durrel Matheson was last seen have been filled with a quiet anguish for his family and friends. The lack of any significant developments in his case has been a source of ongoing frustration and sorrow. Despite the passage of time, those who know and love him continue to plead for any information that might lead to his whereabouts. The investigation, while still technically open, has yielded very little in terms of concrete evidence or promising leads. The overview of this case is one of an abrupt and unexplained absence, leaving a void in the lives of his family and a community searching for answers. His case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish, and the enduring hope of their families to one day find resolution.

Last Seen: Jan 31, 2016

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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP60757
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP60757 • Found Jul 24, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 21%228 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Tucker, Georgia - unidentified case UP61145
John Doe — Tucker, Georgia
UP61145 • Found Feb 1, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 67%118 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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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