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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1725) and 5 other sources
Thomas King, a 22-year-old man, was last seen on September 28, 1986, in Edgewater, Maryland. His disappearance prompted immediate concern among his family and friends, who described him as an active and sociable individual. Thomas was reported missing after he did not return home, leading his loved ones to contact local authorities and initiate a search.

In the days following his disappearance, local law enforcement conducted extensive searches in the Edgewater area, as well as interviews with friends and acquaintances to gather information about his last known movements. Family and community members joined the efforts, distributing flyers and spreading the word in hopes of generating leads regarding Thomas's whereabouts.

As the investigation progressed, several tips and potential sightings were reported, but none led to definitive answers about his fate. The case went cold, leaving Thomas’s family and friends in a state of uncertainty and grief. Over the years, they have continued to seek answers, advocating for renewed interest in the case and holding onto hope that one day they may find closure regarding Thomas King’s disappearance.

Last Seen: Sep 28, 1986

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 — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP946
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP946 • Found Jan 20, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
79%Possible
John Doe — Washington, District of Columbia
UP73642 • Found Apr 26, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 25–37 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'8" vs 5'9"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Atlantic City, New Jersey
UP9087 • Found Apr 26, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22
Race 100%White
Location 71%118 mi away
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 82%150 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Gambrills, Maryland - unidentified case UP932
John Doe — Gambrills, Maryland
UP932 • Found Mar 29, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 16–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 90%157 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP2714 • Found May 25, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%199 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Upper Marlboro, Maryland - unidentified case UP11639
John Doe — Upper Marlboro, Maryland
UP11639 • Found Jun 10, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 20–50 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 82%150 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Stevensville, Maryland
UP1833 • Found Sep 22, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 27–33 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
77%Possible
John Doe — Fairmont Heights, Maryland
UP17706 • Found Dec 13, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same state
TimingFound 31 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'1" vs 5'9"
77%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP2717 • Found Sep 19, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 72%141 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP1386 • Found Oct 6, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 18–21 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"

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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