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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6410) and 9 other sources
Ilene Beth Misheloff, a 13-year-old from Dublin, California, disappeared on January 30, 1989, while walking home from Wells Middle School. She was last seen around 3:00 p.m. on Amador Valley Boulevard, near Village Parkway, by several witnesses who saw her walking alone. Ilene was taking a common shortcut through John Mape Park, where her key fob and other personal items, including her backpack, were later found. Investigators believe her belongings may have been placed in the park after her disappearance, indicating potential foul play.

At the time of her disappearance, Ilene was wearing a charcoal gray pullover, a pink and gray skirt, black Keds sneakers, and carrying a hard plastic flute case. She had braces on her teeth and distinctive freckles across her face, along with double-pierced ears and a small lump on her left ankle.

Ilene’s case remains unsolved, despite ongoing efforts from the community and law enforcement. For over three decades, annual walks were held in her honor to keep her memory alive and encourage any potential new leads. Multiple suspects, including known criminals like Timothy Bindner and James Daveggio, were investigated, but no charges were ever brought in connection with her case.

Anyone with information about Ilene’s disappearance is encouraged to contact the Dublin Police Department, as her family and the community still seek answers.

Last Seen: Jan 30, 1989

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.

80%Moderate
Jane Doe — San Francisco, California
UP9160 • Found Apr 22, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%125 lb vs 115 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP5932
Jane Doe — San Francisco, California
UP5932 • Found Apr 5, 1991
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Sex ✓Female
Age 44%Est. 20–40 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
Weight 94%100 lb vs 115 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Brisbane, California - unidentified case UP10944
Jane Doe — Brisbane, California
UP10944 • Found Jan 16, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 33–46 vs 13 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"

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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