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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11284) and 2 other sources
Howard Duane Eggleston, a 49-year-old man, was last seen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on November 3, 1984. Eggleston's disappearance remains a mystery, as no significant clues have surfaced in the decades since he was last seen. Standing at 6'2" and weighing 180 pounds, Eggleston had brown hair and green eyes, along with scars on both his back and head. The circumstances around his disappearance are unclear, and authorities have noted that few details have been available from the onset of the investigation.

Despite initial efforts by local law enforcement, including the Broward County Sheriff’s Office, the case has remained cold. Eggleston’s dental and fingerprint records were not available at the time of his disappearance, and DNA analysis has only recently been initiated as part of ongoing cold case efforts. This lack of critical identifying information has complicated search and recovery efforts over the years. As of now, investigators continue to seek information and tips from the public to help resolve this long-standing case.

Eggleston's case has garnered attention among online communities dedicated to solving cold cases, but despite this, no new leads have emerged. His disappearance remains classified as "endangered missing," highlighting the potential for foul play or other concerning circumstances. Law enforcement remains committed to pursuing any new information that might arise, with the hope that advances in forensic technology or public involvement could eventually lead to answers in this mysterious case.

Last Seen: Nov 3, 1984

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Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1208 • Found Mar 9, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'3" vs 6'2"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Boynton Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP1119
John Doe — Boynton Beach, Florida
UP1119 • Found Oct 5, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 6'2"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Florida
UP1207 • Found Mar 24, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5675
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5675 • Found Jul 31, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–69 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 68%5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 48%121 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5752
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5752 • Found Apr 4, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 52%5'10" vs 6'2"
Weight 80%144 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP1123
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida
UP1123 • Found Apr 14, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 46–70 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 52%5'10" vs 6'2"
Weight 87%210 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 50%Gray vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — Boca Raton, Florida - unidentified case UP835
John Doe — Boca Raton, Florida
UP835 • Found May 7, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green

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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