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Wayne Manley Missing Person Case

Last seen in Buena Park, California on Apr 1, 1986

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Victim Details

Jul 29, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

Wayne

Manley

69

29

72 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Apr 1, 1986

Buena Park

California

Orange County

34730

Buena Park Police Department

Buena Park

California

,

86-02449

Buena Park Police Department

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP39293) and 3 other sources
Wayne George Manley, a 29-year-old man, was last seen at his home in Buena Park, California, on April 1, 1986. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 160 pounds, Manley had brown hair and blue eyes. He also had a distinct birthmark on his inner thigh. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a white baseball-style shirt, Levi jeans, tan leather shoes, a light brown hat with "Aspen" on it, and a black plastic calculator watch.

Few details are available about the circumstances surrounding Manley's disappearance, and his case remains unsolved. Despite extensive investigations, there has been no trace of him since he vanished. His disappearance is classified as endangered, and authorities suspect foul play may have been involved, although no concrete evidence has surfaced. His identifying records, including dental and DNA information, are available, which could aid in future investigations.

Manley's disappearance has left investigators with little to work on, and his case has remained cold for decades. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Buena Park Police Department in hopes of resolving the mystery.
Last Seen: Apr 1, 1986

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Wayne George Manley - The Charley Project
  • 972DMCA - Wayne George Manley - Doe Network
  • Wayne George Manley | State of California - Department of Justice

    • 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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Carson, California
    UP4138 • Found Dec 9, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 97%Est. 30–40 vs 29
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Walnut, California
    UP3873 • Found Jan 4, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 89%Est. 35–45 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3941 • Found Oct 28, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 24–36 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP4120 • Found Jun 23, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP4127 • Found Apr 10, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7027
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP7027 • Found Jun 18, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Pasadena, California
    UP3957 • Found Aug 31, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 23–29 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%21 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 89%185 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California - unidentified case UP7678
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California
    UP7678 • Found Jan 28, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–30 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3920 • Found Feb 3, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%139 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 27 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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