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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP29857) and 4 other sources
Marc William Oestrike, a 21-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran, was last seen by his parents on July 4, 2002, in Fort Myers, Florida. His disappearance remains a mystery with several unusual circumstances surrounding the case. Marc had reportedly been involved in a serious car accident just two months before he vanished, suffering multiple injuries, including broken vertebrae and facial lacerations. Despite medical advice, he discarded his back brace and sling before fully healing.

On the day of his disappearance, Marc was seen with two men, one named Jose (also known as "Pepe") and another named Clift. Shortly before he went missing, Marc's parents discovered that $17,000 had been taken from their home, money they had intended to use to buy land for their sons as a Christmas gift. Following this, Marc is believed to have traveled to Brownsville, Texas, where he was reportedly seen at a local sports bar. Cell phone records later revealed frequent calls from his phone to areas in Texas, such as Harlingen and McAllen. However, no solid leads have emerged from these developments.

Marc’s family, noting his struggles adjusting to civilian life and his history of substance abuse, have sought answers, but the case has gone cold. Various sources list conflicting dates for his disappearance, with some stating September 25, 2002, as the last time he was seen. Despite ongoing efforts by law enforcement and private investigators, his case remains unsolved.

Last Seen: Sep 25, 2002

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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 — Ft Myers, Florida - unidentified case UP7696
John Doe — Ft Myers, Florida
UP7696 • Found Mar 23, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 5'9"–5'10"
79%Possible
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida - unidentified case UP4911
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida
UP4911 • Found Jun 2, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%32 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 53%194 lb vs 148 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1031
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1031 • Found Aug 26, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 81%Est. 25–50 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%121 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 148 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%74 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 148 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — West Palm Beach, Florida
UP7797 • Found Sep 25, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–49 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%112 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 49%100 lb vs 148 lb
Hair 100%Blond vs Blond

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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