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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP12839) and 4 other sources
In the autumn of 2010, 54-year-old David Clement Piacentine embarked on a journey that would lead to his disappearance, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions. He was reportedly traveling from Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, with the destination of Georgia, a long drive down the East Coast. At the time, David was described as a white male, standing between 6 feet and 6 feet 4 inches tall, and weighing around 200 to 210 pounds. He had graying hair, was partially balding, and had blue eyes. A scar on his abdomen was a distinguishing physical feature. The exact date and circumstances of his departure from Gettysburg are not precisely known, adding a layer of ambiguity to the timeline of his movements. His family and friends could not have known that this trip would be the last time he was seen or heard from.

The initial leg of his journey seems to have been without incident, or at least without any reported issues. However, concern for his well-being grew as time passed without any communication. The last contact with David was noted to be around November 8, 2010. Ten days later, on November 18, 2010, a significant and troubling discovery was made. David's car was found abandoned on Interstate 95 in South Carolina. The vehicle's location, far from his starting point and his intended destination, deepened the mystery surrounding his whereabouts. The Cape May Police Department in New Jersey officially took on the case, as he was reported missing from Cape May. Despite the discovery of his car, there was no sign of David himself, and the details of how he and his vehicle came to be in that location remain unclear.

The investigation into David Piacentine's disappearance has been ongoing since he was reported missing in early 2011. Despite the passage of time, information about what happened to him after he left Gettysburg remains scarce. His case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind a void in the lives of those who care for them. The circumstances of his disappearance, a man on a long-distance drive whose car is found abandoned in another state, present a perplexing puzzle for law enforcement and his family. The overview of this case is one of a man who seemingly vanished mid-journey, with the discovery of his abandoned vehicle being the last known trace of his travels. The lack of clear details about his route, his state of mind, or any potential encounters has made this a challenging case to resolve, leaving a family to wonder what became of David Clement Piacentine.

Last Seen: Nov 8, 2010

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP12984 • Found Sep 10, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%73 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'4"
Weight 100%189 lb vs 200–210 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
76%Possible
John Doe — Pennsylvania
UP13638 • Found Oct 19, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%104 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'4"
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP101001 • Found Feb 28, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%76 mi away
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 6'0"–6'4"
75%Possible
John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey
UP64638 • Found Sep 4, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%89 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4"–5'10" vs 6'0"–6'4"
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — Alexandria, Virginia - unidentified case UP11248
John Doe — Alexandria, Virginia
UP11248 • Found Aug 20, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–69 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 70%126 mi away
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 6'0"–6'4"
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray

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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