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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17546) and 4 other sources
Gary Wayne Kuns, aged 40, was last seen on July 2, 2002, in Chino, California. He left his home that day driving his vehicle, but he has not been heard from since. His vehicle was later found abandoned and towed, adding to the mystery surrounding his disappearance. At the time of his disappearance, Kuns was wearing a yellow shirt and blue denim shorts. He is described as a Caucasian male, standing 6'2" tall and weighing about 150 pounds. He has brown hair, blue eyes, and a distinctive tattoo of a phoenix on his upper right arm. Kuns also wore eyeglasses.

Despite investigations, few details have emerged about Kuns’ case. His disappearance remains unsolved, and there is no clear indication of what might have happened after he left his home. Law enforcement continues to seek information, and his case is classified as endangered missing.

The Chino Police Department is leading the investigation, and they urge anyone with information to come forward in the hopes of resolving the case.

Last Seen: Jul 2, 2002

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 — Irwindale, California
UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'2"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Altadena, California
UP3108 • Found Sep 19, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%29 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'2"
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'2"
78%Possible
John Doe — Long Beach, California
UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 39–49 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%35 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 80%180–210 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP3074
John Doe — Long Beach, California
UP3074 • Found Oct 24, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%31 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%148 lb vs 150 lb
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP14611
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP14611 • Found Sep 9, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 68%5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
77%Possible
John Doe — South Gate, California
UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 79%Est. 28–38 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%31 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%157 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Glendora, California
UP7522 • Found Jul 13, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 32–48 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%114–150 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Tustin, California - unidentified case UP7692
John Doe — Tustin, California
UP7692 • Found Dec 27, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Weight 100%161 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Buena Park, California - unidentified case UP12758
John Doe — Buena Park, California
UP12758 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 68%5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 76%183 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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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