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Brian Hampton Missing Person Case

Last seen in Escondido, California on Nov 6, 2002

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Victim Details

Sep 22, 2016

Jan 12, 2019

Brian

Hampton

68

44

71 inches

210 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 6, 2002

Escondido

California

San Diego County

92026

18814

Escondido Police Department

Escondido

California

San Diego County

92026

Autumn Milliken

Community Service Officer

1163 Centre City Parkway, California

7608394722

Local

Law Enforcement

https://police.escondido.org/

02-19374

Nov 6, 2002

Escondido Police Department

Red/Auburn

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP35362) and 1 other source
Brian Hampton, aged 44, was last seen on November 6, 2002, in Escondido, California. Described as a white male with red or auburn hair, standing 5'11" and weighing around 210 pounds, Brian has been missing for over two decades with very few details surrounding his disappearance. His case has remained unsolved, and no significant developments have been reported since he was last seen.

Brian's disappearance has been documented in various missing person databases, including NamUs and the California Department of Justice. Despite extensive efforts by authorities and missing person advocates, no substantial leads have emerged to explain what happened to him. His case remains open, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact law enforcement to help resolve his disappearance.
Last Seen: Nov 6, 2002

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP35362 | 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 — Long Beach, California
    UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 39–49 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Red
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Buena Park, California - unidentified case UP12758
    John Doe — Buena Park, California
    UP12758 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 94%183 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Red
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP3074
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3074 • Found Oct 24, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%69 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 57%148 lb vs 210 lb
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP13324
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP13324 • Found Sep 6, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%73 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 98%187 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Red
    78%Possible
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP3094
    John Doe — California
    UP3094 • Found Feb 11, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 99%188 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Red
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Altadena, California
    UP3108 • Found Sep 19, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%90 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 5'11"
    77%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 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%62 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%206 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Red
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP55888 • Found Nov 26, 2003
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'11"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%34 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 61%151 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Red
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    75%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP122559
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP122559 • Found May 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–65 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%34 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 45%139 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Red
    Eyes 100%Hazel 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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