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Norman DeVore Missing Person Case

Last seen in Modesto, California on Mar 29, 1981

Victim Details

Oct 5, 2012

Jan 12, 2024

Norman

DeVore

72

27

72 inches

73 inches

145 lbs

170 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Mar 29, 1981

Modesto

California

Stanislaus County

12442

Modesto Police Department

Modesto

California

,

81019223

Modesto Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17677) and 4 other sources
Norman Lynn DeVore, a 27-year-old man, was last seen on March 29, 1981, at his residence in Modesto, California. DeVore, described as 6'0" to 6'1" in height and weighing between 145 to 170 pounds, was wearing a Harley Davidson t-shirt, a blue, brown, and yellow long-sleeved wool shirt, and blue corduroy pants at the time of his disappearance. He has distinctive tattoos, including an Andy Capp cartoon character on his right forearm and a Star of David on his left forearm.

The circumstances of DeVore's disappearance remain unclear, and few details have emerged since that day. Despite efforts by local authorities, including the Modesto Police Department, no significant leads have been reported. His case continues to be listed as a missing person, with investigators urging anyone with information to come forward. Over the years, DeVore's family and community have sought answers, but his whereabouts remain unknown.
Last Seen: Mar 29, 1981

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Norman Lynn DeVore | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Norman Lynn DeVore - The Charley Project
  • Modesto, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime
  • Missing Persons, from NAMPN 1980 to 1986 - Poli-con-deaths

    • 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2404 • Found May 12, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5872 • Found Oct 16, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%153 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — San Martin, California
    UP123466 • Found Apr 13, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP53302
    John Doe — Berkeley, California
    UP53302 • Found Mar 19, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5905 • Found Nov 30, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP127425 • Found Jun 14, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%49 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%139 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Newman, California - unidentified case UP13001
    John Doe — Newman, California
    UP13001 • Found Feb 1, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17718 • Found Sep 9, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 80%83 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Manteca, California
    UP68492 • Found Apr 22, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5935 • Found Jan 18, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 145–170 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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