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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17622) and 6 other sources
Daniel Gerard Hoffer, a 19-year-old from Los Angeles, California, was last seen on May 28, 1975, at his residence. Hoffer, who stood at 5'9" and weighed approximately 160 pounds, had brown hair and blue eyes. On the day of his disappearance, he was reportedly only wearing blue boxer shorts.

Authorities discovered signs of violence at his home, which led them to suspect foul play. Despite this, no specific details about the nature of the struggle or possible suspects have been disclosed publicly. The case has remained unresolved for decades, and Hoffer has not been seen or heard from since that fateful day.

Investigators have continued to maintain this case as one involving foul play, but few new details have emerged over the years. His disappearance has haunted his family and community, with the lack of evidence or a resolution adding to the sense of mystery surrounding the case. Despite the passage of time, the case remains open with hopes that new information may one day surface.

Authorities have encouraged anyone with information to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Various efforts over the years, including DNA and fingerprint records, have been collected to aid in potential identification if remains are found.

Last Seen: May 28, 1975

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.

86%Strong
John Doe — California
UP4441 • Found Jun 27, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%145–165 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Bell, California - unidentified case UP4399
John Doe — Bell, California
UP4399 • Found Sep 19, 1979
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 88%129 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 48 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Orange, California - unidentified case UP7680
John Doe — Orange, California
UP7680 • Found Oct 14, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 32–37 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 71%204 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — California
UP3920 • Found Feb 3, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%139 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Hollywood, California
UP4372 • Found Jul 20, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–27 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 89%130 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Upland, California
UP2511 • Found May 23, 1979
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–22 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 155–165 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — La Puente, California
UP10813 • Found Mar 1, 1978
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–25 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 90%131 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP137125
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP137125 • Found Nov 16, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 49 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 155–165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
81%Moderate
John Doe — Littlerock, California
UP57084 • Found Sep 20, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23–30 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%36 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 5'9"
Hair 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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