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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP40163) and 5 other sources
Louis Holloway, aged 30 at the time, was last seen on February 9, 1984, in Gainesville, Florida. He lived at the Sunland Center, a facility for individuals with developmental disabilities, where he had been residing for most of his life. On the day of his disappearance, Holloway went to his job within the center but never returned to his cottage. There were no reports of him attempting to run away in the past, making his disappearance particularly concerning.

Described as standing 5'5" tall and weighing 155 pounds, Holloway had black hair, brown eyes, and was also known by the nickname "Hank." His case was classified as endangered missing, although few details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have surfaced over the years. Holloway’s disappearance remains unsolved, and his case, alongside others from the facility, has raised questions about the safety and oversight of residents at the time.

The Sunland Center, now known as the Tacachale Developmental Disability Center, was also linked to another missing person case that resulted in a tragic discovery in 2002. These incidents have drawn attention to the facility's past, though Holloway’s fate remains a mystery to this day. Local authorities continue to list him as a missing person, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Gainesville Police Department.

Last Seen: Feb 9, 1984

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 — Florida - unidentified case UP582
John Doe — Florida
UP582 • Found Dec 19, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%94 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 89%131 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Ocala, Florida - unidentified case UP2911
John Doe — Ocala, Florida
UP2911 • Found Dec 30, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 36–45 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%144 lb vs 155 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Daytona Beach Shores, Florida - unidentified case UP1252
John Doe — Daytona Beach Shores, Florida
UP1252 • Found Jul 4, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 30
Race 100%White
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
78%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP2299
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP2299 • Found Nov 11, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%96 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Dover, Florida - unidentified case UP178
John Doe — Dover, Florida
UP178 • Found Mar 22, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%115 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Daytona Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP1120
John Doe — Daytona Beach, Florida
UP1120 • Found Oct 1, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%84 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 98%138 lb vs 155 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Jacksonville, Florida - unidentified case UP1127
John Doe — Jacksonville, Florida
UP1127 • Found Nov 18, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%61 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Maitland, Florida - unidentified case UP588
John Doe — Maitland, Florida
UP588 • Found Jan 25, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%91 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Ft Myers, Florida
UP1246 • Found Oct 3, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 30
Race 100%White
Location 54%210 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Lecanto, Florida - unidentified case UP2883
John Doe — Lecanto, Florida
UP2883 • Found Jun 14, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 72%Est. 35–55 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 93%134 lb vs 155 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 0%Blue 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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