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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18938) and 8 other sources
Gerald Leroy Dewall, a 30-year-old man, was last seen in Kalispell, Montana, on January 26, 1977. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Caucasian male with blond or strawberry-blond hair and blue eyes. He stood at 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighed approximately 180 pounds. Distinguishing features included a scar on his right shoulder and a tattoo on his right arm. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are not widely known, and there is very little information available in his case. He has not been seen or heard from since that winter day in 1977.

The official investigation into Gerald's disappearance is being handled by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office. Despite the passage of many years, his case remains open. Information provided by the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System indicates that his case was created on January 14, 2013. The Flathead County Sheriff's Office was formally notified and given a case number on December 11, 2007. This suggests that while he vanished in 1977, a formal report may have been filed at a much later date.

Some public discussion and amateur investigation have occurred online. For instance, a newspaper ad from the Daily Inter Lake in late October 1976 has been noted, in which Gerald, also known as Jerry to his family, was attempting to sell his 1975 Bronco. The ad, which ran for two Sundays, stated the vehicle "must sell," leading to speculation about whether he was facing financial difficulties. It is unknown if he ever sold the vehicle or what mode of transportation he was using at the time he went missing. The lack of available details has made it difficult for both law enforcement and his loved ones to find answers.

Last Seen: Jan 26, 1977

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Whitefish, Montana
UP126741 • Found Oct 25, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen

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.