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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP33459) and 5 other sources
Matthew Wastrodowski, a 32-year-old software developer, went missing on December 7, 2015, in San Francisco, California. Wastrodowski was last seen around 1 p.m. near the intersection of Clay and Walnut Streets in the Presidio Heights area. Earlier that day, he had made a phone call to his parents in Southern California, asking them to come to San Francisco and take him home. However, he was never heard from again. After his disappearance, his belongings, including his jacket, shirt, wallet, and keys, were found in Presidio Park.

Wastrodowski had been struggling with mental health issues, including depression, for which he was prescribed medication in 2014. In the months leading up to his disappearance, he had stopped taking his medication and had been displaying signs of delusional behavior, which contributed to concerns about his well-being. At the time, he lived in the Mission District and was a regular visitor to popular spots like Mission Dolores Park and the Phone Booth Bar.

Despite extensive searches and investigations, Wastrodowski’s whereabouts remain unknown. His family and authorities have continued to seek answers, but the case remains unsolved. His situation is classified as an endangered missing person, as his mental state and sudden disappearance raised alarm among his loved ones.

Last Seen: Dec 7, 2015

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — San Leandro, California - unidentified case UP54628
John Doe — San Leandro, California
UP54628 • Found Oct 15, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 68%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'10"–5'11"
77%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP147165 • Found Jun 17, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'10"–5'11"
Weight 97%172 lb vs 140–155 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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