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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13266) and 4 other sources
Kevin Smith, aged 26, was last seen on November 8, 2011, in Sherman Oaks, California. He had driven from Miami, Florida, to Los Angeles to return a vehicle to a dealership. On November 5, he purchased a new iPhone in Sherman Oaks and reached out via Facebook to update his contacts with the new number. On November 8, Kevin texted a friend in Los Angeles asking to stay with her, citing financial troubles as he could no longer afford his hotel. Unfortunately, he never made it to her place, and this was the last time anyone heard from him.

Kevin was also supposed to attend a concert on November 9 at Beyond the Stars Palace in Glendale, but it is unclear whether he made it there. His family and friends have spent years investigating various leads, including contacting his estranged wife and employer, both of whom had unclear roles in Kevin's life around the time of his disappearance. His vehicle, as well as his personal records, had not shown any activity since that time, deepening the mystery surrounding his case.

There have been suspicions and speculation around Kevin’s disappearance, including potential involvement in a legal case regarding elder abuse charges and concerns that Kevin may have been under pressure due to his ties to this case. Despite thorough efforts from his family, which included hiring a private investigator, no definitive answers have been found.

Last Seen: Nov 8, 2011

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 — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12864
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP12864 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–50 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 80%175–190 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'1"
81%Moderate
John Doe — South Gate, California
UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 28–38 vs 26
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"
Weight 47%157 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Santa Monica, California
UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 81%Est. 40–55 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%255–275 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Pasadena, California
UP12874 • Found May 22, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 18–25 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 6'1"
78%Possible
John Doe — Sun Valley, California - unidentified case UP52915
John Doe — Sun Valley, California
UP52915 • Found Sep 13, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 76%185 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP88645
John Doe — Hawthorne, California
UP88645 • Found Jan 11, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 28%140 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Lakeview Terrace, California
UP10025 • Found Jan 16, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 54%Est. 34–86 vs 26
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 6'1"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP110585
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP110585 • Found Oct 14, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%120 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%215 lb vs 240–260 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — North Hollywood, California
UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4"–5'10" vs 6'1"
Weight 0%90–110 lb vs 240–260 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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