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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP137208) and 3 other sources
In the spring of 2014, a 36-year-old man named Owen Lee Appel disappeared from the Everett, Washington area. On April 25th of that year, he was seen for the last time. Following that day, a silence fell over his life; no one, including his family, has reported seeing him or hearing from him since. The days turned into weeks, and the weeks have stretched into years, leaving his loved ones in a state of perpetual uncertainty regarding his fate and whereabouts. The lack of any communication has been a painful and enduring mystery for those who know and care for him.

Owen is a man with several distinct features that make his disappearance all the more puzzling. At the time he went missing, he was described as a White male with red or auburn hair cut short in a buzz cut, and hazel eyes. He stood tall at six feet, five inches, with a slender build, weighing around 175 pounds. His body is adorned with multiple tattoos which serve as unique identifiers. These include the name 'SHORT-E' on his right shoulder, a depiction of the Grim Reaper on his left shoulder, and the word 'Tejaneau' on his left arm. Additionally, he has a cross tattooed on his left leg and the name 'MIJA' inked on one of his left-hand fingers.

The circumstances surrounding Owen's disappearance are unsettlingly vague. He vanished without a trace, leaving behind a life and a family who continue to await answers. The Everett Police Department is the investigating agency in his case, but publicly available information regarding any potential leads or developments is scarce. His case is a somber reminder of the silent void left behind when a person goes missing. With no evidence of what may have happened and no contact made, the overview of Owen Appel's case is one of an abrupt and complete departure from the life he knew, leaving a cold trail for investigators and a profound sense of loss for his family.

Last Seen: Apr 25, 2014

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP87994 • Found Jun 14, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 175 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Tacoma, Washington
UP93227 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%185 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Red
75%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP51986 • Found Jan 1, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 30–60 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%32 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%173 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Red

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.