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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP34198) and 3 other sources
John Hatzopoulas, a 20-year-old male from Worcester, Massachusetts, has been missing since November 1, 1990. On that day, John left his sister's house around 4:30 p.m., but he never arrived at his scheduled work shift, and he has not been seen or heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, John was described as being between 6'0" and 6'1" tall, weighing approximately 180 to 185 pounds, with brown hair. He was a Caucasian male and was 20 years old when he vanished.

Despite investigations, there has been little public information about John's whereabouts or what might have happened to him. His disappearance is one of many cases in Worcester that remain unresolved, contributing to the significant number of missing person cases that linger without closure. Authorities have not released any major leads, and the case remains open, with the hope that new information or tips may surface.

John’s case has garnered attention from both law enforcement and community-based cold case enthusiasts, who continue to seek answers regarding his disappearance. The Worcester Police Department has included his case in their records of unresolved cases, urging anyone with information to come forward. Unfortunately, after more than three decades, John Hatzopoulas' disappearance remains a mystery, leaving his family and community without closure.

Last Seen: Nov 1, 1990

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Lunenburg, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14702
John Doe — Lunenburg, Massachusetts
UP14702 • Found Jul 7, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 76%140 lb vs 180–185 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP8460
John Doe — New York, New York
UP8460 • Found Aug 20, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%158 mi away
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 180–185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey - unidentified case UP6785
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey
UP6785 • Found Jul 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%159 mi away
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 94%209 lb vs 180–185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Waterbury, Connecticut
UP94477 • Found Aug 13, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%82 mi away
TimingFound 32 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP7296
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP7296 • Found Sep 30, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 51%238 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 180–185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8351
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP8351 • Found Oct 30, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 64%157 mi away
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 63%235 lb vs 180–185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 70%Gray vs Blue

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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