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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17747) and 4 other sources
Stephan Charles Dunaetz, 24 years old at the time, was last seen on September 23, 1981, at his home in Los Angeles, California. His disappearance is considered suspicious, and he has not been heard from since. Stephan was 5'10" tall, weighed 185 pounds, and had brown hair and eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he had a full beard and mustache.

There is very little detailed information available about the circumstances surrounding his case. Despite investigations and his case being listed as endangered, no substantial leads have emerged over the years. His father passed away in 2017, and Stephan was noted as having predeceased him in the obituary, although no official conclusion about his fate has been reached.

The Los Angeles Police Department continues to handle the investigation, and his case remains open. Authorities are still encouraging anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Sep 23, 1981

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.

85%Strong
John Doe — California
UP3941 • Found Oct 28, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–36 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 93%160 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — South El Monte, California
UP11313 • Found Sep 5, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 78%146 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP4120 • Found Jun 23, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 93%160 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — California
UP4127 • Found Apr 10, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 96%Est. 30–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 93%160 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
UP4185 • Found Oct 9, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 77%145 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP4288
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP4288 • Found Dec 16, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP4291 • Found Nov 9, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 61%133 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Pacoima, California
UP4305 • Found Jun 21, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 24
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 57%130 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Santa Monica, California
UP4125 • Found May 9, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–32 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%186 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — South El Monte, California
UP3396 • Found May 7, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 77%145 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown 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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