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Michael Carbonari Missing Person Case

Last seen in Tampa, Florida on Jan 1, 1982

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Victim Details

Jul 9, 2013

Jan 12, 2024

Michael

Carbonari

70

26

69 inches

175 lbs

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 1, 1982

Tampa

Florida

Hillsborough County

13847

Fort Myers Police Department

Fort Myers

Florida

Lee County

33901

2210 Widman Way, Florida

2393217700

Local

Law Enforcement

2007-03721

Tampa Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Sep 30, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP20949) and 5 other sources
Michael Richard Carbonari, a 26-year-old man, was last seen on January 1, 1982, in Tampa, Florida. Very few details about his disappearance have been made public. Carbonari was reported missing after making a final contact with a family member via a phone call in early spring of 1982. Despite efforts by the authorities, his whereabouts have remained unknown for over four decades.

Carbonari was described as being 5'9" tall, weighing between 160 to 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. His case remains classified as a missing person, with no conclusive information about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The investigation into his case has been led by both the Tampa Police Department and authorities in Fort Myers, Florida, though no major breakthroughs have been reported. His family has continued to search for answers as the case remains unsolved.

The mystery of his disappearance continues to linger, with investigators urging anyone with potential information to come forward. The case remains open, and authorities are still hoping for any leads that could provide clarity.
Last Seen: Jan 1, 1982

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Michael Richard Carbonari - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP20949 | NamUs
  • MICHAEL RICHARD CARBONARI has been missing from Tampa ...
  • tampa | - CrimeWatchers.Net
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    • 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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP179
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida
    UP179 • Found Jun 18, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 69%130 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Ft Myers, Florida
    UP1246 • Found Oct 3, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 76%97 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 83%142 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP78
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida
    UP78 • Found May 21, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%172 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Palm Bay, Florida
    UP1280 • Found Mar 25, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 97%155 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Dover, Florida - unidentified case UP178
    John Doe — Dover, Florida
    UP178 • Found Mar 22, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
    Weight 91%149 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP195
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida
    UP195 • Found May 29, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%6'0" vs 5'9"
    Weight 49%117 lb vs 175–180 lb
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP810
    John Doe — Florida
    UP810 • Found Jul 14, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 63%161 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 92%150 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP8112
    John Doe — Tampa, Florida
    UP8112 • Found Nov 8, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 29 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP2317
    John Doe — Florida
    UP2317 • Found Jun 23, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 36–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%108 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 96%154 lb vs 175–180 lb
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Ft Myers, Florida
    UP1165 • Found Mar 5, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 76%97 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 75%135 lb vs 175–180 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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