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Rodney Trumbo Missing Person Case

Last seen in Crestline, California on Nov 8, 2013

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Victim Details

Sep 15, 2014

Jan 12, 2024

Rodney

Trumbo

67

55

66 inches

70 inches

140 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 8, 2013

Crestline

California

San Bernardino County

15806

San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept

Twin Peaks

California

,

Nov 22, 2013

San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept

Brown

Blue

Blue

Sep 24, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP26147) and 7 other sources
Rodney Trumbo, a 55-year-old man, went missing on November 8, 2013, in the rugged terrain of the San Bernardino Mountains near Crestline, California. Trumbo had reportedly gone into a canyon off the Rim of the World Highway with a friend to search for his lost backpack, wallet, and keys. He had no cell phone activity beyond the day he disappeared. His friend reportedly last saw him on this search, and it is unclear what happened to him afterward.

Trumbo was described as being approximately 5’5” tall, weighing around 140-150 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing denim blue jeans and white socks. His family and law enforcement conducted an extensive search of the surrounding areas, but there was no sign of him. His girlfriend reported him missing after he failed to return home by 8 p.m. on November 8.

The difficult mountainous terrain has made the search efforts challenging, and the passage of time without leads has made this case especially troubling. Despite efforts by authorities and volunteer searchers, Rodney Trumbo remains missing, and there have been no substantial developments in the years since his disappearance. His case is still open, and family and authorities continue to seek information that may lead to answers.
Last Seen: Nov 8, 2013

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  • Hiker missing for nearly a week found after starting fire to stay warm">Hiker missing for nearly a week found after starting fire to stay warm
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP26147 | NamUs
  • MISSING: Rodney Trumbo ~ Nov.... - California Lostnmissing
  • Rodney Trumbo – Nov. 08, 2013 – San Bernardino, CA -
  • Missing hiker is found after 5 days when he starts brush fire
  • November, 2013 - - LostNMissing
  • Calif. hiker found after being missing for 5 days - KCRA

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17010
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17010 • Found Jul 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%58 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 76%182 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Menifee, California
    UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%38 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Commerce, California - unidentified case UP13339
    John Doe — Commerce, California
    UP13339 • Found Jul 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%53 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%58 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 79%180–190 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP15982
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP15982 • Found Jun 26, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    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 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 74%183 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Colton, California - unidentified case UP54758
    John Doe — Colton, California
    UP54758 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP16019
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP16019 • Found Mar 25, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 84%6'0" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 73%106 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    79%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 55
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%61 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 84%6'0" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 69%187 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP133256
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP133256 • Found Nov 3, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%103 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'6"–5'10"
    Weight 100%129 lb vs 140–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue 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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    Anyone familiar with the area where Rodney Trumbo went missing? I’ve hiked a bit around the San... ...Read More
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