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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23929) and 3 other sources
Alexander Ivanov, a 33-year-old man, was last seen on May 13, 1997, in Sacramento County, California. He left his home that morning and has not been heard from since. Ivanov was reported missing by his wife when he failed to return. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a blue striped short-sleeved shirt and blue jeans. He is described as being 5'11" tall, weighing 170 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. He also had distinctive scars, including an eight-inch scar on his abdomen and a long scar on his left forearm.

Despite ongoing investigations, no significant leads have emerged regarding his disappearance. His case remains open, with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department continuing to seek information. Anyone with details about Ivanov's whereabouts is encouraged to contact law enforcement authorities.

The case has been highlighted in various missing persons databases, including NamUs and the California Department of Justice.

Last Seen: May 13, 1997

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2363
John Doe — California
UP2363 • Found Mar 9, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
77%Possible
John Doe — Napa, California
UP69733 • Found Dec 14, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%55 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0"–6'3" vs 5'11"
77%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP12220 • Found May 15, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 170 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP7082 • Found Aug 21, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Brisbane, California - unidentified case UP12987
John Doe — Brisbane, California
UP12987 • Found Sep 17, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%84 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 170 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Turlock, California
UP50957 • Found Jul 11, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 52%5'7" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%130–180 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
75%Possible
John Doe — Laytonville, California
UP79682 • Found Apr 14, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 67%140 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP12992
John Doe — Berkeley, California
UP12992 • Found Nov 2, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 78%Est. 50–60 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 84%69 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 53%117 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
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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