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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP2513) and 4 other sources
John C. Butler, 60 years old, was last seen on April 23, 1980, in Gering, Nebraska. Described as a Caucasian male with brown hair and blue eyes, he stood between 5'8" and 5'11" and weighed approximately 150 pounds. John had notable distinguishing features, including a missing right finger and scars on his back, neck, and upper left arm. At the time of his disappearance, he was known by the alias Donald Ray Warren.

John’s disappearance is shrouded in mystery. He reportedly walked away from his family, and there has been no contact since. His case remains open with the Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's Office, but few leads have surfaced over the decades. His medical and personal history, including the circumstances of his departure, have left investigators with limited information to pursue further.

Despite the long passage of time, John's case continues to be actively listed on missing persons databases, but little progress has been made. He remains missing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the local authorities.

Last Seen: Apr 23, 1980

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Commerce City, Colorado
UP14608 • Found Sep 12, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–75 vs 60
Race 100%White
Location 64%155 mi away
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"

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.