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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37943) and 7 other sources
Bun Wa Chew, a 39-year-old man of Chinese descent, was last seen in San Francisco, California, on February 12, 1994. Standing at 5'7" and weighing around 112 pounds, Bun had black hair and brown eyes. He disappeared without a trace, and few details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have surfaced over the years.

Despite efforts from local authorities, including the San Francisco Police Department, no significant leads have emerged. His case remains unresolved, with no updates since he was last seen. Investigators have classified the case as endangered missing, and it continues to puzzle both law enforcement and his loved ones.
Last Seen: Feb 12, 1994

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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 — Alameda, California - unidentified case UP17616
John Doe — Alameda, California
UP17616 • Found Jun 9, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 39
Location 100%8 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 65%142 lb vs 112 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Vallejo, California
UP142534 • Found Jul 31, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 30 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 79%135 lb vs 112 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Santa Clara, California - unidentified case UP129838
John Doe — Santa Clara, California
UP129838 • Found Sep 14, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 28 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 70%140–142 lb vs 112 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — San Bruno, California
UP10648 • Found Jul 19, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 0%171 lb vs 112 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California - unidentified case UP72097
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP72097 • Found Jul 23, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 20%160–170 lb vs 112 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Hayward, California
UP17615 • Found Feb 10, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 39 when missing
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 53%147 lb vs 112 lb

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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