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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7547) and 4 other sources
In the quiet community of Gig Harbor, Washington, a mystery began on January 7, 1987, that has endured for decades. On that day, 39-year-old David Harvey Hoober was last seen. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unknown, leaving a void of information and a family without answers. David, a man with collar-length brown hair and blue eyes, stood between 5'10' and 6'3' and weighed approximately 165 to 175 pounds. The day he went missing, he was reported to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office, initiating a case that would grow cold with the passage of time.

The few available details about David's disappearance only deepen the enigma. A significant clue that emerged was the discovery of a 1975 blue Lincoln Continental sedan. This vehicle was found and impounded by the King County Police at a bus stop in Federal Way. Curiously, the car was not registered in David Hoober's name, adding another layer of complexity to the investigation. It is unclear if he had driven the car to the bus stop and boarded a bus, or if the vehicle's presence was merely a coincidence. This detail, while intriguing, has not yet provided a clear path toward understanding what happened to him.

The investigation into David Harvey Hoober's whereabouts has been a long and frustrating one for both law enforcement and his loved ones. With no clear evidence of foul play or any indication that he left voluntarily, the case has been fraught with uncertainty. The lack of a photograph in his public file has also hampered efforts to generate new leads from the public. Over the years, the Pierce County Sheriff's Office has kept his file open, hoping that a new piece of information or a technological advancement might one day shed light on his fate. The story of David Hoober is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind a legacy of unanswered questions and the enduring hope for resolution.

Last Seen: Jan 7, 1987

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Portland, Oregon - unidentified case UP9987
John Doe — Portland, Oregon
UP9987 • Found Jun 6, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 70%126 mi away
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Skykomish, Washington - unidentified case UP9128
John Doe — Skykomish, Washington
UP9128 • Found Nov 2, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 52%5'6" vs 5'10"–6'3"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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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