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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6279) and 7 other sources
Paul Michael Landis, aged 17, was last seen on August 27, 2005, in Fresno, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a white t-shirt, jeans, and black shoes. He was described as 5'9" to 5'10" tall and weighing around 185 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Paul’s behavior had reportedly changed in the period leading up to his disappearance, and it is believed he may have been suicidal.

All of his personal belongings were left behind, and authorities suspect he may have left voluntarily. It is possible that Paul remained in the local Fresno area or may have traveled to nearby Madera, California. However, no significant leads have emerged in his case over the years.

Despite several updates and an age progression photo released in 2017, Paul’s whereabouts remain unknown, and his case is classified as an endangered runaway. The Fresno Police Department continues to seek information that could help resolve his disappearance.

Last Seen: Aug 27, 2005

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP150905 • Found May 13, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California - unidentified case UP7083
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP7083 • Found Dec 12, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%166 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Moreno Valley, California - unidentified case UP6963
John Doe — Moreno Valley, California
UP6963 • Found Jul 8, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 98%Est. 20–25 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 51%244 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%183 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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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