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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP24276) and 9 other sources
Michael E. Azzaro, a 16-year-old from Northridge, California, was last seen on February 13, 1993. He left his home at noon that day, driving his red 1992 Isuzu Rodeo. He was accompanied by Evans York, an older acquaintance, with plans to travel to Los Angeles. Michael intended to buy a .45-caliber pistol and was reportedly involved in a plan to acquire marijuana for resale. Despite these plans, Michael never returned, and his family, who had been away on vacation, couldn't reach him via his car phone or pager, which was highly unusual for him due to his regular communication habits.

Two days after his disappearance, Michael's vehicle was found abandoned in Lennox, California. Several months later, his driver's license mysteriously appeared in the mail with no note or return address. Authorities suspected foul play, and York was charged with Michael's murder, but despite compelling circumstantial evidence, he was acquitted in 1994. No trace of Michael has ever been found, and his body remains missing. Due to the suspicious nature of the case, foul play is still suspected.
Last Seen: Feb 13, 1993

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Long Beach, California
UP3613 • Found Apr 23, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%161 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 28 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Glamis, California - unidentified case UP15319
John Doe — Glamis, California
UP15319 • Found Oct 2, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–22 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 91%150 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — South Gate, California
UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'6"
Weight 99%157 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP2984
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP2984 • Found May 14, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–43 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 80%107–140 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — California
UP3360 • Found Sep 11, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–30 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
80%Moderate
John Doe — California
UP3393 • Found Jun 28, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 36%110 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California - unidentified case UP2525
John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California
UP2525 • Found Aug 16, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 20–30 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%55 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 90%149 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Angeles National Forest, California - unidentified case UP3381 View case
Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 16–40 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'6"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3671 • Found Sep 3, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 14–24 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same county
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
Weight 80%140 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

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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