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Michael Tilton Missing Person Case

Last seen in San Francisco, California on Oct 9, 2002

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Victim Details

Dec 29, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

Michael

Tilton

72

48

65 inches

155 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 9, 2002

San Francisco

California

San Francisco County

67

San Francisco Police Department

San Francisco

California

San Francisco County

94158

1245 3rd Street, 6th floor, California

4155530123

Local

Law Enforcement

https://sanfranciscopolice.org/

02-1383996

San Francisco Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP41546) and 4 other sources
Michael Edward Tilton, a 48-year-old man from San Francisco, was last seen on October 9, 2002. Standing at 5'5" and weighing around 155 pounds, Tilton had brown hair and brown eyes at the time of his disappearance. His case is classified as endangered, with investigators suspecting suspicious circumstances, though no further details have been made public.

Tilton's disappearance remains unsolved, and very little information about the circumstances surrounding his case has been released. Authorities continue to seek leads, with the San Francisco Police Department managing the investigation. Despite years passing since his last sighting, no substantial updates have emerged, and his case is still open.

If anyone has information regarding Michael Tilton's disappearance, they are encouraged to contact the San Francisco Police Department.
Last Seen: Oct 9, 2002

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Michael Tilton - California Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP41546 | NamUs
  • Michael Edward Tilton - The Charley Project
  • Booking and Release - GCSheriff.org

    • 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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'5"
    Weight 84%127 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Rio Vista, California
    UP147996 • Found Feb 12, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 97%137 lb vs 155 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Millbrae, California - unidentified case UP16409
    John Doe — Millbrae, California
    UP16409 • Found Feb 23, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 75%120 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Richmond, California - unidentified case UP12859
    John Doe — Richmond, California
    UP12859 • Found Dec 24, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 155 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146018
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146018 • Found Jan 18, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%1 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
    Weight 80%186 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'9" vs 5'5"
    Weight 74%191 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Shafter, California
    UP61238 • Found Mar 11, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 52%235 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 88%180–210 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'5"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Leandro, California - unidentified case UP54628
    John Doe — San Leandro, California
    UP54628 • Found Oct 15, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Stinson Beach, California
    UP7080 • Found Jul 9, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 38–58 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'5"
    Weight 0%250 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 40%Gray 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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    Michael Edward Tilton, 48, of San Francisco, was last seen on October 9, 2002. He is 5 feet 5 inches... ...Read More
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