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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP12928) and 7 other sources
In the community of Machesney Park, Illinois, a family continues to hope for answers in the disappearance of William James Rand, who was 30 years old when he was last seen. On April 14, 2010, William, who also went by the name Patrick James, left his home for a walk and never returned. Since that day, there has been no contact from him, leaving his loved ones in a state of uncertainty. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office has been investigating his case, but years have passed without any significant leads to explain his sudden disappearance. His case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish, leaving behind a void of information and a family waiting for any news.

At the time he went missing, William was described as a white male, standing between 5 feet 10 inches and 6 feet 1 inch tall, and weighing between 120 and 140 pounds. He had blue eyes and was bald. Distinctive features included a pierced left eye and a tattoo of a triquetra, a Wiccan symbol also known as a trinity knot. On the day he disappeared, he was wearing a gray hoodie, blue jeans, and white tennis shoes. These details, while specific, have not yet led to a breakthrough in the case, and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain a mystery.

The investigation into William's disappearance has been ongoing, with law enforcement and his family seeking any piece of information that could shed light on what happened to him. Despite their efforts, no significant clues have emerged to suggest his whereabouts or the reason for his disappearance. The case remains open, a painful and unresolved chapter for his family and friends who continue to hope for his return. The lack of answers has left a community with a sense of unease and a family holding onto hope for any information that could bring them peace and resolution.

Last Seen: Apr 14, 2010

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Illinois - unidentified case UP17083
John Doe — Illinois
UP17083 • Found Sep 1, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%81 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 100%123 lb vs 120–140 lb
77%Possible
John Doe — Illinois
UP79964 • Found Mar 12, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%81 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 94%103 lb vs 120–140 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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