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Derran Rogers Missing Person Case

Last seen in Modesto, California on Feb 27, 1973

Victim Details

Jan 8, 2010

Jul 10, 2024

Derran

Rogers

66

13

72 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 27, 1973

Modesto

California

Stanislaus County

No

8095

Modesto Police Department

Modesto

California

Stanislaus County

95354

600 10th Street, California

2095729500

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.modestogov.com/223/Police-Department

05-123595

Modesto Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Unknown

Unknown

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4614) and 5 other sources
Derran Conway Rogers, a 13-year-old boy, was last seen on February 27, 1973, in Modesto, California. He had left his home on Randy Street to walk to Downey High School but never arrived. He has not been seen or heard from since that day. At the time of his disappearance, Derran was described as 6 feet tall, weighing 150 pounds, with dark blonde hair. He was partially blind in his left eye and was last seen wearing a navy blue jacket and jeans.

Despite efforts from his family and authorities, there have been no significant leads or developments in Derran's case. The details surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and it is still classified as an unsolved missing persons case. Investigators continue to seek information that could help resolve what happened to him on that day.
Last Seen: Feb 27, 1973

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Derran Conway Rogers | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Darren Conway Rogers - The Charley Project
  • Derran Rogers - International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP4614
  • MP of the week: Darren Rogers - The Charley Project Blog

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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
    John Doe — California
    UP4946 • Found Sep 8, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–22 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2404 • Found May 12, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2411 • Found Dec 20, 1979
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%66 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 65%190 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2414 • Found Feb 6, 1977
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 18–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%75 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Martin, California
    UP123466 • Found Apr 13, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 46 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 73%115 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP53302
    John Doe — Berkeley, California
    UP53302 • Found Mar 19, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Manteca, California
    UP68492 • Found Apr 22, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5872 • Found Oct 16, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%153 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5866 • Found May 30, 1980
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 13 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 lb

    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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    Forum Posts (2)

    I recently read about the case of Derran Conway Rogers, and there's something that strikes me as... ...Read More
    12/10/2024
    Has anyone else looked into the area between Derran's home and Downey High School where he was last... ...Read More
    11/29/2023

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