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Michael Grimm Missing Person Case

Last seen in West Hollywood, California on Nov 23, 2000

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Victim Details

Dec 12, 2008

Jan 12, 2024

Michael

Grimm

58

33

72 inches

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 23, 2000

West Hollywood

California

Los Angeles County

6110

Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department

Monterey Park

California

,

005-00061-3199-400

Jan 14, 2001

Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department

5176

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP39) and 5 other sources
Michael William Grimm, a 33-year-old man, was last seen on November 23, 2000, in Palm Springs, California. He had connections to multiple cities, including West Hollywood, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami, and Houston. His last known location on that Thanksgiving Day remains a mystery, and he has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, Grimm was dealing with a relapse in his substance abuse issues, having previously remained sober for several years following rehabilitation.

Grimm’s disappearance is shrouded in suspicion. In January 2001, his family received an anonymous phone call claiming that he had been shot shortly after going missing. This information has never been verified, but authorities are treating the case as a possible homicide due to the suspicious nature of his vanishing. Despite this, no concrete evidence of his death has surfaced, and the case remains unsolved.

Grimm had a distinct scar on his left thumb where the tip had been surgically reattached. His head was shaved, and he had striking blue eyes at the time of his disappearance. Authorities from both California and Texas have been involved in the investigation, but years later, his fate remains unknown.
Last Seen: Nov 23, 2000

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Michael William Grimm - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP39
  • Michael Grimm | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing: Michael William Grimm - 411 Gina
  • Michael William Grimm | State of California - Department of Justice

    • 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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 99%157 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Irwindale, California
    UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%22 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 92%Est. 39–49 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12864
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12864 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–50 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Glendora, California
    UP7522 • Found Jul 13, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 32–48 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 91%114–150 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Porter Ranch, California - unidentified case UP2962
    John Doe — Porter Ranch, California
    UP2962 • Found Jan 19, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 37–47 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'7"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%185–200 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'0"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP14611
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP14611 • Found Sep 9, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 86%145 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    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 (3)

    Does anyone else find it odd that Michael Grimm had connections across so many cities? I keep... ...Read More
    06/23/2024
    I came across Michael William Grimm's case and found it interesting how he seemed to have... ...Read More
    07/16/2023
    Has anyone else noticed how Michael Grimm's connections to multiple cities could complicate the... ...Read More
    07/09/2023

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