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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7783) and 8 other sources
Delores Jean Stanton, a 21-year-old woman, was last seen on April 13, 1976, in Gainesville, Florida. That day, she left her residence in the 300 block of NW 14th Street to hitchhike to Santa Fe Community College, where she was attending classes. Known for frequently hitchhiking, Delores was wearing a bright multi-colored poncho, a blue sweater, and blue jeans, and carried a reddish-brown purse when she disappeared.

Her roommate was the last person to see her before she left for class. Despite extensive efforts, Delores has not been heard from since that day, and no solid leads have emerged over the years. Authorities suspect foul play in her disappearance, as it was highly unusual for her to leave without any contact. Delores, originally from Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, was well-regarded and left behind concerned family and friends. The investigation remains open, with her case listed as endangered missing. The Gainesville Police Department continues to seek any information that could help solve this long-standing mystery.

If anyone has information, they are encouraged to contact the local authorities to help bring closure to Delores Stanton's case.

Last Seen: Apr 13, 1976

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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
Jane Doe — Inverness, Florida
UP7272 • Found Feb 3, 1981
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Apopka, Florida - unidentified case UP554
Jane Doe — Apopka, Florida
UP554 • Found Apr 22, 1993
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–22 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%80 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Lynn, Florida
UP6066 • Found Jun 9, 1990
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"
Weight 73%84 lb vs 110 lb
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Ft Lauderdale, Florida - unidentified case UP1272
Jane Doe — Ft Lauderdale, Florida
UP1272 • Found Aug 3, 1982
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 12–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 47%278 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
Weight 100%110 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Weeki Wachee, Florida - unidentified case UP12589
Jane Doe — Weeki Wachee, Florida
UP12589 • Found Mar 19, 1981
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%80 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'2"
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Boca Raton, Florida - unidentified case UP773
Jane Doe — Boca Raton, Florida
UP773 • Found Jun 23, 1980
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 19–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 49%263 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'3" vs 5'2"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 110 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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