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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP22807) and 4 other sources
On October 25, 1997, a 41-year-old man named Ulysses Tolliver, known to some by the nickname 'U.C.', left his home in Detroit, Michigan. He was headed to a nearby gas station on foot and was expected to return shortly. Tolliver was last seen wearing a light blue button-down shirt and blue work pants. He has never been seen or heard from again, and the specific details surrounding his intended destination and the exact time he left remain unclear, adding to the distress of his loved ones.

Ulysses Tolliver is an African American male with black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood at 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighed approximately 130 pounds. He had a noticeable scar in the center of his chest and wore a goatee. Despite these distinguishing features, years have passed without any credible sightings or leads to suggest what may have happened to him after he set out on his short walk to the gas station. The lack of available information in his case has made the search for answers a challenging and painful journey for his family.

The investigation into Ulysses Tolliver's disappearance is being handled by the Detroit Police Department. In an effort to generate new leads, his case has been entered into national databases for missing persons. DNA from his son was collected and has been entered into the Combined DNA Index System a national database that allows for comparison of DNA samples from missing persons with unidentified remains. Despite these efforts, his case remains unsolved. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are perplexing, as he seemingly vanished without a trace during a routine errand, leaving his family with unanswered questions and the enduring pain of not knowing what became of him.

Last Seen: Oct 25, 1997

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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP13142 • Found May 11, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
Weight 83%154 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11139 • Found Jun 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 56%169 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
81%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP12326 • Found Jul 9, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 98%Est. 45–55 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP129330
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP129330 • Found Sep 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 27 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%126 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP9640 • Found Mar 19, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP15959
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP15959 • Found Sep 21, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 130 lb
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11751 • Found Jun 8, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 11%190 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP9974 • Found Aug 26, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio - unidentified case UP1997
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio
UP1997 • Found Feb 10, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 37–47 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 76%96 mi away
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
77%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP85815
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP85815 • Found Feb 1, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 45–75 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%126 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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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