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Alan Carl Missing Person Case

Last seen in Duluth, Minnesota on Sep 20, 1979

Victim Details

Nov 17, 2011

Jan 9, 2024

Alan

Carl

76

29

66 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 20, 1979

Duluth

Minnesota

St. Louis County

No

31082

Saint Louis County Sheriff's Office

Duluth

Minnesota

St. Louis County

55802

100 North 5th Avenue West, Minnesota

2187262340

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/departments-a-z/sheriff

79063676

Saint Louis County Sheriff's Office

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP12963) and 5 other sources
Alan Leroy Carl, aged 29, went missing on September 20, 1979, from Duluth, Minnesota. At the time of his disappearance, Carl was described as a 5'6" tall white male, weighing approximately 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Carl had a known history of alcoholism, which may have been a factor in his disappearance. No personal items, clothing, or jewelry were reported in connection to his case, and few details about his final whereabouts or circumstances leading up to his disappearance have been documented.

Despite efforts by local authorities, including the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, Carl's case has remained unsolved for over four decades. There were no significant leads or suspects reported, and both his dental records and fingerprints were unavailable at the time, limiting investigative avenues. His DNA is on record, but it has not yet provided any breakthroughs. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and there have been no confirmed sightings of Carl since that day.

Carl’s case was entered into several missing person databases, such as NamUs and the National Crime Information Center, but no solid evidence or information has surfaced regarding his fate. Given the sparse details surrounding his disappearance, his case has faded into obscurity, and his family has received no closure. His case remains open with law enforcement, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities.
Last Seen: Sep 20, 1979

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • 5003DMMN - Alan Leroy Carl - Doe Network
  • https://state.sor.gbi.ga.gov/SORT_PUBLIC/sor.csv
  • MN- Alan Leroy Carl, 29, Duluth, 20 Sept 1979 | Websleuths
  • Alan Leroy Carl - CrimeTea

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — Burnsville, Minnesota - unidentified case UP4743
    John Doe — Burnsville, Minnesota
    UP4743 • Found Aug 24, 2005
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 65%150 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 26 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 96%123 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 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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    Forum Posts (2)

    Scrolling through old missing persons cases, I came across the mystery of Alan Leroy Carl again.... ...Read More
    09/04/2024
    Has anyone come across information about the specific areas in Duluth where Alan Leroy Carl was last... ...Read More
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