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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP32998) and 3 other sources
Skylar Peterson Tosic, a 20-year-old from Escondido, California, disappeared on August 30, 2015, under mysterious circumstances. He was last seen near the San Pasqual Valley, after taking an Uber to an area close to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Skylar had returned home earlier that day, dirty and tired, after spending the night at San Pasqual Academy, a boarding school. He later left home without explanation while his mother was momentarily occupied.

Before his disappearance, Skylar sent a cryptic text message to his mother, mentioning that he was with two women who were rich and wanted to take him on a "free vacation." This message, combined with his recent change in behavior—expressing odd religious ideologies and appearing detached—raised concerns among his family. Skylar also left behind his wallet, identification, and money, taking only a blanket, which fueled worries that he might have joined a cult.

Despite extensive searches and investigations, Skylar has not been found. His family continues to search for answers, and his mother, Olivia Tosic, has even started a nonprofit organization to help locate missing persons. Authorities remain concerned about his well-being, as Skylar had been without his necessary medication at the time of his disappearance.

Last Seen: Aug 30, 2015

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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 — Palm Springs, California
UP60257 • Found Mar 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–24 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%60 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'1" vs 5'10"–6'0"
78%Possible
John Doe — Ocotillo, California
UP16346 • Found Jan 15, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — North Hollywood, California
UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%108 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%90–110 lb vs 80–120 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Dulzura, California - unidentified case UP96389
John Doe — Dulzura, California
UP96389 • Found Sep 5, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%122 lb vs 80–120 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — San Ysidro, California
UP80880 • Found Dec 21, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP110585
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP110585 • Found Oct 14, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 80%Est. 30–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 0%215 lb vs 80–120 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

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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