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Kenneth Delano Missing Person Case

Last seen in Hemet, California on Feb 12, 2015

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Victim Details

Jul 9, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

Kenneth

Delano

65

54

73 inches

150 lbs

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 12, 2015

Hemet

California

Riverside County

24926

Hemet PD

Hemet

California

,

15-1493

Hemet PD

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 15, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP34326) and 1 other source
Kenneth Delano, aged 54, was last seen in Hemet, California, on February 12, 2015. His case has remained unresolved since then, and very few leads have surfaced. A critical clue in his disappearance came when his vehicle was discovered abandoned at the San Onofre Bluffs Campground in San Clemente, California, some distance from where he was last seen. Despite extensive searches and investigations, no further details about his whereabouts have emerged.

At the time of his disappearance, Kenneth was described as a Caucasian male with brown hair, standing 6'1" tall and weighing about 150 pounds. His case is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NAMUS), where authorities continue to seek public assistance in solving the mystery of his disappearance. Although the discovery of his vehicle offered a potential lead, it has not yet led to any breakthroughs in locating him.

Kenneth's case is one of many that demonstrate the ongoing challenges faced by both law enforcement and the families of missing persons, where even seemingly important clues do not always result in closure. Investigators encourage anyone with information to come forward in hopes of uncovering new leads.
Last Seen: Feb 12, 2015

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP34326 | NamUs

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP16019
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP16019 • Found Mar 25, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 54
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
    Weight 65%106 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'9" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP88020
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California
    UP88020 • Found Feb 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
    Weight 88%206 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%77 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'6"–5'9" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Colton, California - unidentified case UP54758
    John Doe — Colton, California
    UP54758 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 58–72 vs 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP133256
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP133256 • Found Nov 3, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%70 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'9" vs 6'1"
    Weight 95%129 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%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 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%80 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 20%5'7" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%182 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    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 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    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 54 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%76 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'1"
    Weight 92%127 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP17829 • Found Sep 26, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 20–50 vs 54
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%166 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown 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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    Forum Posts (3)

    Has anyone else looked into the significance of Kenneth Delano's car being found at San Onofre... ...Read More
    01/28/2024
    Has anyone else been thinking about what might have led Kenneth Delano to the San Onofre Bluffs... ...Read More
    09/02/2023
    I've been following Kenneth Delano's case for a while now, and something keeps nagging at me about... ...Read More
    08/02/2023

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