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Donald Wallace Missing Person Case

Last seen in Worcester, Massachusetts on Apr 2, 1991

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Victim Details

Dec 12, 2008

Jan 12, 2024

Donald

Wallace

72

37

72 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Apr 2, 1991

Worcester

Massachusetts

Worcester County

19551

West Boylston Police Department

West Boylston

Massachusetts

Worcester County

01583

141 Sterling Street, Massachusetts

7744503510

Local

Law Enforcement

93-0229

West Boylston Police Department

4371

Brown

Blue

Blue

Sep 26, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP354) and 10 other sources
Donald Beams Wallace, a 37-year-old man from Worcester, Massachusetts, was last seen on April 2, 1991. That day, his mother spotted him at the corner of May Street and Park Avenue. He appeared to be waiting for something or someone, possibly a bus. Wallace, who suffered from schizophrenia and had a history of disappearing for short periods, was carrying a tote bag with medical supplies, including Attends diapers, as he had bladder and bowel issues stemming from a spinal cord injury.

When Donald’s mother failed to hear from him for some time, she visited his apartment only to find it meticulously cleaned, with many of his personal belongings, including artwork and medical supplies, left behind. Despite multiple efforts, he was never found, and he was declared legally dead in 2005.

Donald had disappeared before, once resurfacing in Dallas, Texas, but his 1991 disappearance remains unsolved. Known for his interest in religion, particularly Hare Krishna, and for frequently visiting churches and libraries, Donald was a well-known wanderer. His case is still open, with investigators hoping for new leads.
Last Seen: Apr 2, 1991

Links to Additional Sources (10)

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  • Donald Wallace | International Missing Persons Wiki | Fandom
  • Season 3, Episode 7 - What happened to Donald Wallace? - YouTube
  • Unsolved: Worcester -- What happened to Donald Wallace? - View ...
  • What Happened to Donald Wallace? - Missing since April 1991
  • Episode 7 of Unsolved: Worcester Season 3 Now Available
  • 471DMMA - Donald Beams Wallace - Doe Network
  • Donald Beams Wallace - The Charley Project
  • MA - Donald Wallace, 37, Worcester, 2 April 1991 | Websleuths
  • Wallace, Donald | City of Worcester
  • What happened to Donald Wallace? - YouTube Music

    • 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 — Methuen, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14202
    John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts
    UP14202 • Found Oct 28, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15888
    John Doe — Lowell, Massachusetts
    UP15888 • Found Mar 12, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–60 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%36 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 25 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 93%156 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7756
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7756 • Found Jan 17, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 98%Est. 40–55 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%156 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%197 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15890
    John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts
    UP15890 • Found May 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–60 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%40 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 25 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%157 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Lunenburg, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14702
    John Doe — Lunenburg, Massachusetts
    UP14702 • Found Jul 7, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 20 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 76%140 lb vs 180 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7817
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP7817 • Found Jul 28, 1994
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%156 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7404
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP7404 • Found Aug 1, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 37
    Race 100%White
    Location 63%158 mi away
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 98%160 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15949
    John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
    UP15949 • Found Mar 29, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 44 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%39 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%6'2" vs 6'0"
    Weight 0%296 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Webster, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP12944
    John Doe — Webster, Massachusetts
    UP12944 • Found Dec 31, 2003
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 93%204 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP7296
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP7296 • Found Sep 30, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 51%237 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%169 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue 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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