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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP19194) and 4 other sources
Kenneth W. Crowe, a 46-year-old computer consultant, was last seen on September 10, 1998, in Santa Cruz, California. At the time of his disappearance, Crowe lived alone in an apartment and was working as a self-employed web designer. On the day he went missing, he contacted a client regarding a web design project but failed to follow up later that day as planned. This was unusual for him, and when he could not be reached, he was reported missing a week later.

Crowe left behind personal belongings, such as fresh produce and a half-read book, which suggested to his family that he had not intended to disappear. His vehicle, a 1993 Nissan Altima, was later found parked in a secluded turnout in Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Although the car was locked and showed no signs of foul play, police initially speculated that Crowe may have become lost while hiking or possibly taken his own life, as he had struggled with depression. However, the case remains unsolved, and foul play is now suspected due to the lack of further clues.

Despite the ongoing investigation, there have been no major developments in Kenneth Crowe's case, and his family continues to seek answers.

Last Seen: Sep 10, 1998

Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP12992
John Doe — Berkeley, California
UP12992 • Found Nov 2, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 76%117 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
79%Possible
John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
John Doe — Milpitas, California
UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%32 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 73%115 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 89%127 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
77%Possible
John Doe — Milpitas, California
UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%32 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" 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 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 80%180 lb vs 150 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP5965 • Found Dec 27, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP57876
John Doe — San Jose, California
UP57876 • Found Oct 15, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 0%260 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP5964 • Found Jun 27, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 43–60 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146018
John Doe — San Francisco, California
UP146018 • Found Jan 18, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%58 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
Weight 72%186 lb vs 150 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.

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