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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23595) and 4 other sources
Joseph Hunyadi, a 44-year-old man, was last seen on February 15, 1981, in Dayton, Montana. Originally from Lancaster, California, Hunyadi had moved to Montana about six months prior to his disappearance. On the day he was last seen, Hunyadi packed up his belongings and left his home, but he, his vehicle, and all of his belongings vanished without a trace. His family, who were in regular contact with him, noted that they had been in the process of selling a property in Lolo, Montana, with the sale expected to close in March 1981.

Despite ongoing investigations, no leads have surfaced regarding his whereabouts. His vehicle and personal effects were never located, and there has been no confirmed sighting of him since that day. The circumstances surrounding Hunyadi’s disappearance remain mysterious, and his case is still considered unresolved.

If anyone has information regarding his case, they are encouraged to contact the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

Last Seen: Feb 15, 1981

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Spokane, Washington - unidentified case UP483
John Doe — Spokane, Washington
UP483 • Found Jul 14, 1981
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 44
Race 100%White
Location 66%144 mi away
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 145–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Wallace, Idaho - unidentified case UP5051
John Doe — Wallace, Idaho
UP5051 • Found Jun 18, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 57–67 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%81 mi away
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 73%185 lb vs 145–150 lb
Hair 50%Red vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown 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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