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Mary McCullar Missing Person Case

Last seen in Bakersfield, California on Jun 6, 1987

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Victim Details

May 16, 2013

Jun 3, 2021

Mary

McCullar

75

36

64 inches

120 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jun 6, 1987

Bakersfield

California

Kern County

13554

Kern County Sheriff's Office

Bakersfield

California

Kern County

93308

1350 Norris Road, California

6618613110

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.kernsheriff.org/default.aspx

KC8727144

Kern County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP20290) and 7 other sources
Mary Louise McCullar, aged 36, was last seen on June 6, 1987, in Bakersfield, California. On that day, she was reportedly being forcibly removed from her home by her estranged husband. Mary has not been heard from since, and foul play is strongly suspected in her disappearance. At the time, she was wearing a red tank top, a green jersey, and blue Levi’s jeans.

Mary's estranged husband is considered a key figure in the investigation due to the circumstances of her disappearance. Despite this, no resolution has been reached, and her case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to suspect foul play, but Mary's whereabouts have never been uncovered. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is still actively investigating her case and encourages anyone with information to come forward.

Her case has been classified as endangered missing, and foul play is believed to have played a role in her disappearance.
Last Seen: Jun 6, 1987

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Mary Louise McCullar - California Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP20290 | NamUs
  • Mary Louise McCullar - The Charley Project
  • 844DFCA - Mary Louise McCullar - Doe Network
  • This is the type of case that... - KGET - TV 17 Bakersfield - Facebook
  • Case File 844DFCA - The Doe Network
  • McCullar,Mary L.missing June 6,1987 - Porchlight International for ...

    • 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.

    82%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Bakersfield, California
    UP60120 • Found Sep 8, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 95%100–105 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — California
    UP60605 • Found Dec 28, 1988
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'4"
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — California
    UP4111 • Found Oct 25, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 88%Est. 25–35 vs 36
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 95%135 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Arleta, California - unidentified case UP104482
    Jane Doe — Arleta, California
    UP104482 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%84 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 36 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%125–145 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Valencia, California
    UP3599 • Found Jul 11, 1995
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 26–38 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%69 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'4"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California
    UP4117 • Found Jul 21, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 65%Est. 24–33 vs 36
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%120–150 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP94448
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP94448 • Found Jun 18, 2022
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%105 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 35 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 87%140–150 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Santa Clarita, California
    UP11671 • Found Apr 10, 2013
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%73 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 26 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%120 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — California - unidentified case UP3496
    Jane Doe — California
    UP3496 • Found Aug 11, 1996
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11"–5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%118 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Sepulveda, California
    UP4029 • Found Oct 3, 1988
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%84 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"

    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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