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Michael Flynn Missing Person Case

Last seen in Llano, California on May 1, 2016

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Victim Details

Dec 7, 2016

Jun 26, 2024

Michael

Flynn

73

63

64 inches

135 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 1, 2016

Llano

California

Los Angeles County

No

2348

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Monterey Park

California

Los Angeles County

91755

1 Cupania Circle, California

3238905500

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.lasd.org/about_us.html

16-07348-26

May 20, 2016

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Sandy

Blue

Blue

Oct 3, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP36357) and 7 other sources
Michael Patrick Flynn, 63, was last seen on May 1, 2016, in Llano, California. He told family members he planned to go hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains, possibly starting in the Devil’s Punchbowl Recreation Area and heading south towards Highway 2. Despite extensive searches in the Angeles National Forest, covering areas like Wrightwood and Dawson Saddle, no trace of him was found. His vehicle was discovered abandoned near 175th Street and Pearblossom Highway, but no further clues have emerged regarding his whereabouts.

Flynn, described as 5'4" and 135 pounds, had blond hair, blue eyes, and a chipped front tooth. After he was reported missing, search efforts were launched, but all leads have since been exhausted. Authorities continue to seek public assistance in solving this case, which remains unsolved.
Last Seen: May 1, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - #Missing Person from ...">Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - #Missing Person from ...
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP36357
  • Man, 63, who went hiking in San Gabriel Mountains reported missing
  • Michael Patrick Flynn - The Charley Project
  • Michael Patrick Flynn - California Department of Justice
  • Angeles National Forest — The Missing List — Locations Unknown
  • Michael Joseph Flynn, Sr. Obituary 2024 - Donohue Funeral Home

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

    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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP15982
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP15982 • Found Jun 26, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 63
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%39 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%45 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'4"
    Weight 47%180–190 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17010
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17010 • Found Jul 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%38 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'7" vs 5'4"
    Weight 43%182 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%40 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Hemet, California
    UP118449 • Found Feb 14, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%74 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 83%110 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Colton, California - unidentified case UP54758
    John Doe — Colton, California
    UP54758 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 20 months after last seen
    76%Possible
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP15654
    John Doe — California
    UP15654 • Found Jul 9, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 63
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'8"–6'0" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'9" vs 5'4"
    Weight 96%151 lb vs 135 lb
    Eyes 100%Blue 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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