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Robert McDowell Missing Person Case

Last seen in Brownsville, California on Jul 15, 1993

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Victim Details

Sep 24, 2013

Jan 12, 2024

Robert

McDowell

66

33

71 inches

72 inches

185 lbs

190 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jul 15, 1993

Brownsville

California

Yuba County

95919

14218

Antioch Police Department

Antioch

California

Contra Costa County

94509

John Fortner

Lieutenant, Investigations Bureau

300 L Street, California

9257782441

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.antiochca.gov/police/

93-10696

Sep 20, 1993

Antioch Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP21937) and 2 other sources
Robert Allen McDowell, aged 33, was last seen on July 15, 1993, in Brownsville, California. On the day of his disappearance, McDowell left his mother's home after borrowing some money, stating that he planned to visit his wife and child in Antioch, California. However, he never arrived at his destination and has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black Harley Davidson t-shirt and black pants. McDowell had several distinctive tattoos, including a lightning bolt and a peacock on his arms, a wizard on his left arm, and an eagle with the name "Nadine" on his chest.

Despite the efforts of the Antioch Police Department, who continue to investigate the case, little information has surfaced regarding McDowell's whereabouts. His case remains unsolved, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Jul 15, 1993

Links to Additional Sources (2)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP21937
  • Robert Allen McDowell - The Charley Project

    • 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.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2363
    John Doe — California
    UP2363 • Found Mar 9, 2003
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%69 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Marysville, California
    UP138951 • Found Sep 13, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Nevada - unidentified case UP7622
    John Doe — Nevada
    UP7622 • Found Oct 21, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%91 mi away
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Guerneville, California
    UP79380 • Found Jul 18, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Forestville, California
    UP93104 • Found Dec 31, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 95%Est. 35–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%111 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11"–6'1" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP7082 • Found Aug 21, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 69%129 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 93%160 lb vs 185–190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Reno, Nevada
    UP7626 • Found May 5, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 185–190 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Newman, California - unidentified case UP13001
    John Doe — Newman, California
    UP13001 • Found Feb 1, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 65%150 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 185–190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Nevada
    UP7584 • Found Aug 24, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 27–34 vs 33
    Race 100%White
    Location 65%149 mi away
    TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP127425 • Found Jun 14, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 92%Est. 38–52 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%156 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 71%139 lb vs 185–190 lb
    Hair 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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