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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP21438) and 11 other sources
Harold George Haynes, aged 24, was last seen on October 1, 1978, in Ham Lake, Minnesota. At the time of his disappearance, Harold was reportedly leaving home, possibly with the intention of traveling to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, though it remains unclear whether he ever made it there. Harold, described as a Caucasian male standing 6'2" tall and weighing approximately 165 pounds, had black hair and brown eyes.

The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are sparse, with very few details available about his movements after leaving home. His family reported him missing when he failed to return, but no significant leads have surfaced in the decades since. Investigators have been unable to determine whether Harold’s disappearance was voluntary or if foul play was involved. His case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek any information that could help shed light on what happened to him.

Over the years, law enforcement has kept the case open, and his DNA and fingerprints are available in case new evidence emerges. Despite the lack of major breakthroughs, Harold’s disappearance remains an active missing person case in Minnesota.

Last Seen: Oct 1, 1978

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Minneapolis, Minnesota
UP124186 • Found Sep 25, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 52%5'10" vs 6'2"–6'3"
Weight 100%156 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black

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.