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Craig Graves Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Monica, California on Jan 1, 2001

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Victim Details

Jan 26, 2015

Jan 12, 2024

Craig

Graves

57

32

73 inches

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 1, 2001

Santa Monica

California

Los Angeles County

No

16203

Nevada County Sheriff's Office

Nevada City

California

Nevada County

95959

950 Maidu Avenue, California

5302651471

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.mynevadacounty.com/150/Sheriff-Coroner-Public-Administrator

1090-3813

Nevada County Sheriff's Office

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 10, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP27534) and 3 other sources
Craig Jeffrey Graves, a 32-year-old man, was last seen in Santa Monica, California, on January 1, 2001. Standing 6'1" and weighing around 200 pounds, Graves had blonde hair and blue eyes. Very few details about his disappearance are available, and there are no known distinguishing features or personal belongings associated with his case. Authorities have classified his disappearance as voluntary, though no further evidence or leads have surfaced since he was last seen.

Graves's case remains open, with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office handling the investigation. Despite the time that has passed, law enforcement continues to seek information that could provide clues to his whereabouts.
Last Seen: Jan 1, 2001

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Craig Jeffrey Graves | State of California - Department of Justice
  • 4697DMCA - Craig Jeffrey Graves - Doe Network
  • Craig Jeffrey Graves - The Charley Project

    • 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.

    79%Possible
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"
    Weight 77%157 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 10%Black vs Blond
    78%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 100%Est. 30–45 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'1"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Irwindale, California
    UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    77%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 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%185 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    77%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 85%Est. 28–50 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 83%Est. 39–49 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Rancho Palos Verdes, California - unidentified case UP3357
    John Doe — Rancho Palos Verdes, California
    UP3357 • Found Jan 23, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 44%Est. 40–60 vs 32
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 96%Est. 55–70 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'6"–5'9" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'1"
    Weight 80%140–160 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Porter Ranch, California - unidentified case UP2962
    John Doe — Porter Ranch, California
    UP2962 • Found Jan 19, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 37–47 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'7"–5'9" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%185–200 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 10%Black 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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    Forum Posts (2)

    Has anyone looked into potential sightings of Craig Graves in areas outside of Santa Monica? I've... ...Read More
    09/17/2024
    Anyone else find it odd that Craig Graves' case is still listed as voluntary despite the total lack... ...Read More
    04/27/2024

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