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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9844) and 4 other sources
James Skelton, a 56-year-old man, was last seen on July 1, 2001, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Described as a Caucasian male with blonde hair, standing around 5'10" and weighing approximately 150 pounds, Skelton's case has remained unsolved for over two decades. He was reported missing by his family, who have been searching for answers ever since. Little information has emerged about his disappearance, and no significant clues have been found. Authorities continue to ask for tips or any information that could help solve this cold case.
Last Seen: Jul 1, 2001

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP524
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP524 • Found Mar 4, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 56
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 91%188 lb vs 150–165 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Blond
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Jacksonville, Florida - unidentified case UP370
John Doe — Jacksonville, Florida
UP370 • Found May 20, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 56 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 5'10"–6'1"
75%Possible
John Doe — Sun City Center, Florida - unidentified case UP177
John Doe — Sun City Center, Florida
UP177 • Found Feb 15, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 56
Race 100%White
Location 69%130 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond

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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