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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7143) and 1 other source
In the summer of 1989, a young man named Ronald Kevin Poysky vanished from Seattle, Washington, leaving behind a void of information and a case that would remain unsolved for decades. On July 28, 1989, the 25-year-old was last seen in the city, and from that day forward, his whereabouts became a mystery. At the time of his disappearance, Ronald was described as a White male, standing at 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing around 145 pounds. He had brown hair and blue eyes. Distinctive physical features included a nine-inch scar on his abdomen and a round burn mark on his right hand. The circumstances surrounding what happened to Ronald on that late July day are scarce, and the official report of his disappearance was not filed until nearly four years later, on May 11, 1993, with the Seattle Police Department.

The investigation into Ronald's disappearance has been a long and arduous one, with very few leads to follow. Despite the passage of time, his case remains open. He was also known by the aliases Kevin Ronald Martin. Details regarding the clothing he was wearing on the day he went missing or any potential means of transportation he may have had are not publicly available, adding to the difficulty of piecing together his last known movements. His case is documented in national missing persons databases, a digital footprint that preserves the hope of one day finding answers.

The lack of concrete information has made the search for Ronald Poysky exceptionally challenging for law enforcement and his family. With no witnesses stepping forward with significant information and no clear indication of foul play or voluntary departure, the case has been marked by uncertainty. The passage of over three decades has only deepened the mystery, yet the efforts to locate him have not ceased. The case of Ronald Kevin Poysky is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving loved ones to grapple with unanswered questions and an enduring sense of loss. It is a quiet but persistent investigation, a puzzle with crucial pieces missing, and a story of a young man who one day simply was no longer there.

Last Seen: Jul 28, 1989

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Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Issaquah, Washington - unidentified case UP8582
John Doe — Issaquah, Washington
UP8582 • Found Jan 15, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — Portland, Oregon - unidentified case UP11907
John Doe — Portland, Oregon
UP11907 • Found Aug 25, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 65%148 mi away
TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 99%160 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP87994 • Found Jun 14, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 32 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 79%175 lb vs 145 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP67767
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP67767 • Found Sep 6, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 79%175 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Washington
UP10464 • Found Feb 28, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Race 100%White
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'8"
Weight 99%160–190 lb vs 145 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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