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Paul Rouanet Missing Person Case

Last seen in Monterey, California on Aug 19, 1996

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Victim Details

Nov 9, 2013

Nov 1, 2021

Paul

Rouanet

77

47

69 inches

70 inches

170 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 19, 1996

Monterey

California

Monterey County

14503

Monterey Police Department

Monterey

California

Monterey County

93940

351 Madison Street, California

8316463830

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.monterey.org/police/

96-5547

Monterey Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP22617) and 2 other sources
Paul Emile Rouanet, a 47-year-old man, was last seen on August 19, 1996, off the coast of California near Monterey. He was aboard his girlfriend's boat, the *Wild Child*. Despite an extensive search and investigation, Rouanet disappeared while at sea, and there has been no trace of him since. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and no definitive explanation has surfaced.

Authorities continue to list Rouanet as missing, and the Monterey Police Department is handling the investigation. Despite the passage of time, Rouanet's case remains unresolved, and no new leads have been reported. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact local authorities to help bring closure to his case.
Last Seen: Aug 19, 1996

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  • Paul Emile Rouanet | State of California - Department of Justice">Paul Emile Rouanet | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP22617

    • 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 — San Jose, California
    UP127425 • Found Jun 14, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 47
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 84%139 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Saratoga, California
    UP127298 • Found Apr 1, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 98%Est. 48–62 vs 47
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%46 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3474 • Found Feb 26, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 42–55 vs 47
    Race 100%White
    Location 48%271 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 100%168 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3495 • Found Sep 23, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 42–52 vs 47
    Race 100%White
    Location 48%271 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 25 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 95%191 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5960 • Found Dec 25, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 78%Est. 60–85 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 96%190 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%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 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%85 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 100%186 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    76%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 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 49%115 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    76%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 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%52 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 0%260 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Shafter, California
    UP61238 • Found Mar 11, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 62%165 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown 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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