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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP126396) and 2 other sources
Male Zealer Kendrick, aged 79, was last seen on June 18, 1985, in Los Angeles, California. Despite efforts to locate him, Kendrick's disappearance remains unsolved. Little information is available about the specific circumstances leading up to his disappearance, and he is listed in several databases for missing persons, but no breakthroughs have been reported. Over the years, there have been a few arrest records associated with a person named Zealer Kendrick in Los Angeles, although these occurred years after his reported disappearance and involved charges such as failure to register as a sex offender and drug possession.

The case of Kendrick’s disappearance has not gained widespread media attention, contributing to its lingering mystery. Given the long-standing nature of the case, authorities may continue to rely on public tips and the advancement of investigative technology to resolve what happened to him. This case highlights the difficulties faced in tracking missing persons, especially when key details remain unclear.

Last Seen: Jun 18, 1985

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Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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 — Irwindale, California - unidentified case UP3096
John Doe — Irwindale, California
UP3096 • Found Jan 29, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 70–80 vs 79 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 97%159 lb vs 180 lb
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Sylmar, California
UP10672 • Found Aug 15, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 79 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 44%118 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3446
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3446 • Found Oct 2, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 63–80 vs 79 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
Weight 31%110 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 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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