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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP2848) and 3 other sources
In the quiet community of Norwich, Connecticut, a family's life was forever altered by the unexplained disappearance of 19-year-old Michael Patrick Bolen, who was last seen on March 6, 2002. Known to his friends and family as Mike, he was a young man with a penchant for role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. On the day he vanished, Michael was reportedly at his residence on Rogers Avenue. Following what has been described as a minor argument, he was seen leaving the house and has not been heard from or seen since. His departure was abrupt, leaving behind all his personal belongings, with no indication of where he might have been headed. His family has had no contact with him since that day.

At the time of his disappearance, Michael was described as a white male, standing between 6'0' and 6'1' and weighing between 220 and 260 pounds. He had brown, wavy hair that he usually kept short, and hazel eyes. He had a pierced ear and a birthmark on his forearm. Michael was often seen wearing a long leather trench coat, a distinctive piece of clothing that was characteristic of his style at the time. He was known to frequent the homes of his family and friends, as well as a local comic book store, Sarge's Comics in New London, which was a hub for his gaming interests.

The investigation into Michael's disappearance has spanned many years, yet his whereabouts remain unknown. The circumstances surrounding his vanishing are unsettling for his loved ones, who are left with a void of unanswered questions. The case of Michael Patrick Bolen is a somber reminder of the enduring pain and uncertainty that families of the missing face. The details of his last known moments, following a minor dispute, and his interest in immersive role-playing games have been points of interest in his case. Despite the passage of time, the hope for answers and a resolution for Michael and his family persists.

Last Seen: Mar 6, 2002

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 — New York, New York - unidentified case UP2752
John Doe — New York, New York
UP2752 • Found Jun 9, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%116 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%6'4" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 90%296 lb vs 220–260 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 70%Green vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Montauk, New York
UP2636 • Found May 10, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%36 mi away
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%240 lb vs 220–260 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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