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Tristan Turner Missing Person Case

Last seen in Montgomery Village, Maryland on Aug 20, 2005

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Victim Details

Sep 28, 2010

Apr 10, 2023

Tristan

Turner

43

22

72 inches

185 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 20, 2005

Montgomery Village

Maryland

Montgomery County

20886

9081

Montgomery County Police Department

Gaithersburg

Maryland

Montgomery County

20878

Brian Stafford

Detective

Public Safety Headquarters, Maryland

3012798000

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/pol/about/index.html

M05-045881

Aug 25, 2005

Montgomery County Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8254) and 8 other sources
Tristan Turner, a 22-year-old man, was last seen on August 20, 2005, in Montgomery Village, Maryland. Known for his friendly demeanor and strong bonds with family and friends, Tristan’s sudden disappearance raised alarm among his loved ones. He was reported missing after failing to return home and not being in contact with anyone, which was out of character for him.

Following his disappearance, family and friends mobilized to search for Tristan, distributing flyers and appealing to local media for assistance. The Montgomery County Police Department initiated an investigation, exploring potential leads and interviewing individuals who might have seen him around the time he went missing. Despite their efforts, the search yielded few promising results, leaving his family in anguish.

As years passed, Tristan's case remained unsolved, drawing the attention of cold case advocates and missing persons organizations. His family has remained active in raising awareness, participating in community events and vigils to keep his story alive. Despite the passage of time, they continue to seek answers, hoping for any information that could lead to discovering what happened to Tristan Turner.
Last Seen: Aug 20, 2005

Links to Additional Sources (8)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • 4913DMMD - Tristan Courtland Turner - Doe Network
  • Tristan Courtland Turner - The Charley Project
  • Maryland DC LostnMissing -
  • On August 20, 2005, Tristan Turner left his home in Montgomery ...
  • Tristan Turner Left His Montgomery Village Home to Travel to ...
  • The Disappearance of Tristan Turner
  • MD - Tristan Courtland Turner, 22, Montgomery Village, Aug 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 — Fairmont Heights, Maryland
    UP17706 • Found Dec 13, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — College Park, Maryland
    UP878 • Found Dec 24, 2006
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 20%5'6" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%178 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Alexandria, Virginia - unidentified case UP53878
    John Doe — Alexandria, Virginia
    UP53878 • Found Oct 9, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%27 mi away
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 6'0"

    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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