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Randy McBee Missing Person Case

Last seen in Oakland, California on Nov 1, 1971

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Victim Details

Oct 18, 2012

Jul 14, 2024

Randy

McBee

78

23

72 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 1, 1971

Oakland

California

Alameda County

22310

Oakland Police Department

Oakland

California

Alameda County

94607

Brad Sides

Police Officer, Missing Persons

455 7th Street, California

5102383641

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.oaklandca.gov/departments/police

75-12370

Oakland Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17825) and 5 other sources
Randy David McBee, aged 23, was last seen on November 1, 1971, in Oakland, California. At the time of his disappearance, Randy was 6'0" tall, weighed around 150 pounds, and had brown hair and brown eyes. He also had several tattoos, including a panther and flags on his right arm, and a cross, mummy, and scorpion on his left arm. Notably, Randy was missing two lower front teeth.

The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and he has not been heard from since that day. Despite ongoing investigations, there have been no significant developments or information regarding his case. The Oakland Police Department continues to search for leads in hopes of solving the mystery of Randy’s disappearance.

If anyone has information that could help, they are encouraged to contact the Oakland Police Department.
Last Seen: Nov 1, 1971

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Randy David McBee - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP17825
  • 511DMCA - Randy David McBee - Doe Network
  • U.S. Missing Persons - Doe Network
  • Randy David McBee disappeared from Oakland

    • 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 — Unincorporated, California
    UP10662 • Found Jun 7, 1978
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%27 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 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 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%153 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5905 • Found Nov 30, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2404 • Found May 12, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5843 • Found Aug 3, 1975
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 91%172 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%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 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2414 • Found Feb 6, 1977
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%71 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17718 • Found Sep 9, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Gray vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Martin, California
    UP123466 • Found Apr 13, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%62 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP17772 • Found Jan 4, 1973
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 87%175 lb vs 150 lb

    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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