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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37903) and 3 other sources
James Alan Cooper, aged 31, was last seen on March 1, 1997, in Hayward, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as 5'10" to 5'11" tall, weighing between 140 and 150 pounds, with sandy-colored, long hair and brown eyes. James had distinctive features, including a scar on his abdomen and a tattoo of a scorpion on his left upper arm. He also had a freckle or mole on his right upper cheek beneath his eye.

There were few clues about his disappearance, and it is believed that he may have been living a transient lifestyle in the Hayward or San Francisco area at the time. A potential sighting in San Francisco was reported but never confirmed. His family has not heard from him since March 1997, and despite investigations, his whereabouts remain unknown. His case is listed in the NamUs database, but few details are available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance. Investigators continue to seek information that could help resolve the case.

If you have any information about James' disappearance, authorities encourage you to contact local law enforcement.

Last Seen: Mar 1, 1997

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