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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP20463) and 3 other sources
In the summer of 2006, a 56-year-old man named James Allen McLean, also known as Jimmy, disappeared from his home in Puyallup, Washington. On July 20th, he was last seen at his residence. Concerns for his well-being grew when he was no longer seen or heard from. Described as a white male with graying brown hair and blue eyes, James stood between 5'8' and 5'10' and weighed around 193 pounds. He had a mostly gray mustache and a significant amount of brown hair on his arms. At the time he went missing, he was believed to be wearing blue jeans, a white Adidas shirt with blue lettering, a green coat, and white tennis shoes.

The circumstances surrounding James's disappearance were troubling. He left behind a note for his mother expressing his love, apologizing, and stating that he 'couldn't handle things anymore.' He had taken a few hundred dollars in cash, his medication, and a small amount of clothing with him. It's known that James was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and required medication to manage his condition, which he may not have been taking at the time he vanished. This heightened the concern for his safety, as he could potentially become suicidal or exhibit unusual behavior. He did not have access to a vehicle, and there has been no activity on his food stamp card since he was last seen.

The investigation into James Allen McLean's disappearance was handled by the Puyallup Police Department. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, his case remains unsolved, and he has not been heard from since the day he left his home. The note he left behind painted a somber picture of his state of mind, leaving his loved ones with immense worry. The lack of any leads or contact in the years following his disappearance has only deepened the mystery. The case serves as a heart-wrenching reminder of the silent struggles many individuals face and the profound impact these situations have on their families and communities, who are left with unanswered questions.

Last Seen: Jul 20, 2006

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Tacoma, Washington
UP120946 • Found Nov 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 30–99 vs 56 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 87%161 lb vs 193 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP51986 • Found Jan 1, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 30–60 vs 56 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 99%173 lb vs 193 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray

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.