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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP15175) and 8 other sources
Michael Jay Amico Wallace, a 29-year-old resident of Menlo Park, California, disappeared on February 4, 2003. He was last seen by his roommate that morning when he left their home on Loyola Avenue. Later that day, between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m., he contacted his estranged wife to cancel plans they had previously made. That phone call was the last known contact with Wallace, and his phone has not been used since.

At the time of his disappearance, Wallace was dealing with personal difficulties, including the recent loss of his father, the end of his marriage, and the loss of his job. He also suffered from depression and was on medication for it, carrying a 60-day supply of his antidepressants, Zoloft and Wellbutrin, when he vanished. Although authorities issued a warrant for his arrest after he failed to complete court-mandated community service due to a driving under the influence (DUI) charge, they do not believe this was a reason for his disappearance.

There have been a few unconfirmed sightings of Wallace after he disappeared, including one at a McDonald’s in Pacifica, California, where a man matching his description was seen acting strangely. Despite these potential leads, Wallace’s whereabouts remain unknown, and his case remains unsolved. Police do not suspect foul play and believe he may have left voluntarily, but his family continues to search for answers.

Last Seen: Feb 4, 2003

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP7082 • Found Aug 21, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 88%160 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brisbane, California - unidentified case UP12987
John Doe — Brisbane, California
UP12987 • Found Sep 17, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 190 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2363
John Doe — California
UP2363 • Found Mar 9, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 92%Est. 30–45 vs 29
Race 100%White
Location 80%84 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Napa, California
UP69733 • Found Dec 14, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0"–6'3" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP57876
John Doe — San Jose, California
UP57876 • Found Oct 15, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 73%Est. 48–62 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 37%260 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 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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