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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP34303) and 2 other sources
James Andrew Dennis, aged 26, was last seen on December 1, 2013, in South Desert Hot Springs, California. Known to have had multiple run-ins with law enforcement and a history of methamphetamine use, James had not contacted his family since that date. His mother reported that their last conversation took place in December 2013, and he has had no further interactions with police since then. James, described as having red or auburn hair in a short buzz cut, hazel eyes, and standing between 5'7" and 6'0", also had tattoos of stars on both of his ankles and piercings in his left earlobe. He was wearing a silver necklace with a black stone when he was last seen.

James' case remains unsolved, with no significant developments since his disappearance. Authorities are still investigating, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. His disappearance is listed in multiple missing persons databases, including NamUs and the California Department of Justice.

Last Seen: Dec 1, 2013

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — La Habra, California - unidentified case UP16279
John Doe — La Habra, California
UP16279 • Found Oct 18, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 27–28 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%83 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 64%141 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 15%Black vs Red
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12864
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP12864 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 28–50 vs 26
Race 100%White
Location 75%100 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
77%Possible
John Doe — Palm Springs, California
UP60257 • Found Mar 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 20–24 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'1" vs 5'9"
77%Possible
John Doe — Ocotillo, California
UP16346 • Found Jan 15, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
77%Possible
John Doe — Indio, California
UP17830 • Found Jul 26, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
Weight 66%142 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 97%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%100 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 5'9"
76%Possible
John Doe — Pasadena, California
UP12874 • Found May 22, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 18–25 vs 26
Race 100%White
Location 76%95 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 5'9"
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 100%Est. 30–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%92 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%215 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 15%Black vs Red
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
75%Possible
John Doe — Sun Valley, California - unidentified case UP52915
John Doe — Sun Valley, California
UP52915 • Found Sep 13, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%114 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%185 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Red
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
75%Possible
John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP15235
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP15235 • Found May 13, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%106 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 95%170 lb vs 195–205 lb
Hair 15%Black vs Red
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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