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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP15049) and 5 other sources
Charles Allen Arrington, a 44-year-old man, was last seen in Parma, Ohio. The exact date of his disappearance is unclear, though it is registered as January 1, 1983. At the time he went missing, Arrington was described as a Black male, standing somewhere between 5'10' and 6'3' tall, and weighing between 170 and 190 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are not publicly detailed, leaving a void of information for those who knew him and the investigators handling his case. His last known place of residence before he went missing was in Manhattan, New York, adding a layer of complexity to the investigation due to the geographical distance between his home and where he was last seen.

The investigation into Charles Arrington's disappearance was officially reported to the Parma Police Department on May 30, 2012, nearly three decades after he was last seen. This significant passage of time presents numerous challenges for law enforcement in gathering evidence and speaking to potential witnesses whose memories may have faded over the years. The case is documented under the Parma Police Department case number PR1214077. Information regarding what Arrington was last seen wearing or if he had any distinguishing physical features has not been made widely available, which can further complicate efforts to identify him.

Decades have passed since Charles Allen Arrington was last seen, and his case remains unresolved. Known by the nicknames 'Boone' and 'Love,' his absence has left a lasting impact on those who knew him. The Parma Police Department remains the primary contact for any information regarding this case. The overview of this case highlights a man who vanished without a clear explanation, leaving behind very few clues for investigators to follow. The significant time gap between his last sighting and the official report, coupled with the limited information available to the public, underscores the difficulties in resolving long-term missing person cases.

Last Seen: Jan 1, 1983

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio
UP15638 • Found Jun 12, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–52 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 16%270 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio - unidentified case UP2053
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio
UP2053 • Found May 14, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%6'3" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%186 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Ecorse, Michigan
UP11880 • Found Jun 17, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 98%210 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio
UP15806 • Found Jul 19, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 30–40 vs 44
Race 100%Black
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%158 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP13142 • Found May 11, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%154 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Ecorse, Michigan
UP11884 • Found Aug 29, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'4" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 97%149 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Cleveland, Ohio
UP1869 • Found Sep 11, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 30–40 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%197 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — East Cleveland, Ohio - unidentified case UP2025
John Doe — East Cleveland, Ohio
UP2025 • Found Mar 3, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11590 • Found May 19, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%207 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11872 • Found Jan 10, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Hair 100%Black 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.

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