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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP25603) and 4 other sources
Gary David Poole, a 36-year-old man from Ontario, California, was last seen on October 29, 1996, at his home. His disappearance remains a mystery, and his case is classified as endangered missing. When Poole vanished, he left behind all his money and identification, leading his family to believe that he may have suffered a mental breakdown. It is suspected that Poole might be living as a homeless person and may not even be aware of his identity.

Gary Poole, who was 6'1" tall and weighed 195 pounds, had brown hair and hazel eyes. His family has expressed concerns that he may have been experiencing significant mental health issues at the time of his disappearance, which could explain why he has not been found. Despite the ongoing investigation, there have been no major leads, and Poole has not been heard from since the day he went missing. His family continues to seek answers, but the case remains unsolved.

Authorities, including the Ontario Police Department, continue to investigate the case, urging anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Oct 29, 1996

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 — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7016
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP7016 • Found Jan 5, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 96%172 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7027
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP7027 • Found Jun 18, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 75%Est. 40–55 vs 36
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 94%170 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — South El Monte, California
UP3396 • Found May 7, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
Weight 68%145 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Palm Desert, California
UP7017 • Found Aug 30, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%77 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 6'1"
Weight 94%170 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Irwindale, California
UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP88020
John Doe — San Bernardino, California
UP88020 • Found Feb 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%206 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
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 94%Est. 55–70 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%187 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
79%Possible
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 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%183 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%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 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%Possible
John Doe — South Gate, California
UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"
Weight 81%157 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown

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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