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Peter Harrington Missing Person Case

Last seen in Redwood Valley, California on Oct 1, 1983

Victim Details

Apr 9, 2017

Mar 6, 2019

Peter

Harrington

81

38

68 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 1, 1983

Redwood Valley

California

Mendocino County

33407

Mendocino County Sheriff's Office

California

,

833157

Mendocino County Sheriff's Office

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 17, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37777) and 5 other sources
Peter Harrington, 38 years old, was last seen around October 1, 1983, in Redwood Valley, California. Standing 5'8" and weighing approximately 160 pounds, Harrington had blond hair and blue eyes. His disappearance is considered suspicious, though few details have emerged over the years. Despite investigations, no significant leads have surfaced, and his whereabouts remain unknown.

Authorities believe Harrington may have disappeared under unusual circumstances, prompting the case to be classified as endangered missing. His case is actively listed in national missing person databases, including NamUs and the California Department of Justice’s database. Investigators continue to seek information from the public that could help resolve this cold case.
Last Seen: Oct 1, 1983

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP37777 | NamUs
  • Peter Harrington - California Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • Case File 880DMCA - The Doe Network
  • Missing person cases in Mendocino and Lake counties
  • Still looking for missing persons in Mendocino County

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

    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.

    79%Possible
    John Doe — Willits, California
    UP78870 • Found Apr 28, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–5'10" vs 5'8"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Berry Creek, California - unidentified case UP13006
    John Doe — Berry Creek, California
    UP13006 • Found Nov 28, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%100 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Laytonville, California
    UP79682 • Found Apr 14, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'8"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17718 • Found Sep 9, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%105 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'11" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 70%Gray vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17743 • Found Feb 17, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 33–39 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%105 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 10%Black vs Blond
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Unincorporated - Brisbane, California
    UP9683 • Found Mar 6, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 38
    Race 100%White
    Location 71%118 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
    Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2400 • Found Nov 19, 1983
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 37–57 vs 38
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%103 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 76%125 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    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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