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Dale Visel Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Jun 26, 1980

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Victim Details

Jun 20, 2011

Jan 27, 2023

Dale

Visel

72

26

71 inches

190 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 26, 1980

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

Broward County

No

10329

Broward Sheriffs Office

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

,

DN09-01-00618

Broward Sheriffs Office

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11285) and 3 other sources
Dale Wesley Visel, a 26-year-old man, was last seen on June 26, 1980, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Despite investigations, there has been little information regarding his disappearance, and no significant leads have emerged since that time. Dale was described as 5'11" and 190 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He has not been in contact with family or friends since his last sighting, and his case remains classified as missing.

The Broward County Sheriff's Office has been involved in the investigation, but few details have been made available to the public. His case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to ask for tips or information that may lead to finding him. Anyone with knowledge about Dale's disappearance is encouraged to contact the local authorities or Crime Stoppers.
Last Seen: Jun 26, 1980

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Dale Wesley Visel - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP11285 - Office of Justice Programs
  • Dale Visel | International Missing Persons Wiki | Fandom

    • 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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP17731
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP17731 • Found Oct 23, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–27 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 82%154 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5313
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP5313 • Found Nov 3, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–30 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 79%151 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    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 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 72%144 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Boca Raton, Florida
    UP813 • Found Nov 26, 1983
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 88%160 lb vs 190 lb
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP810
    John Doe — Florida
    UP810 • Found Jul 14, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%38 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 78%150 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP10130 • Found May 2, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–32 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 88%160 lb vs 190 lb
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP13806
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP13806 • Found Apr 10, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 74%146 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP6085 • Found Apr 29, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%182 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5756
    John Doe — Miami, Florida
    UP5756 • Found Feb 12, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 39–41 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%177 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Florida
    UP1275 • Found Jul 7, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%80 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 94%165 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 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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    Dale Wesley Visel was 26 when he was last seen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on June 26, 1980. He is... ...Read More
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