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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP143545)
In the winter of 1994, in Atlanta, Georgia, a 61-year-old man named Mazell Ransom was starting his day like any other. He was at his home in the 30331 area of the city, a place he knew well. Mr. Ransom was a Black / African American man, standing at a height of five feet and five inches and weighing around 130 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. A distinctive feature that set him apart was a large bump on his forehead, situated above his nose and right eye. On the morning of January 19th, at approximately 8:00 AM, he was seen for the last time. What should have been an ordinary day took a turn, and Mr. Ransom vanished without a trace, leaving behind a life and a home, with no indication of where he might have gone or what might have happened to him.

The circumstances surrounding Mazell Ransom's disappearance are shrouded in mystery. Following his last sighting at his residence, the trail goes cold. There is no information available to the public regarding the clothes he was wearing on that day, nor any details about personal items he might have had with him. It is also unknown if he left his home on foot or if he had access to any form of transportation. This lack of information creates a significant void for investigators and his loved ones, leaving them with very few clues to follow. The hours turned into days, and with no communication and no sign of him, concern undoubtedly grew into a deeply troubling mystery.

The Atlanta Police Department took on the investigation into the disappearance of Mazell Ransom, assigning it the case number 419A0476. However, with very little information to go on, the case has remained unsolved for decades. The absence of details regarding his last known activities, potential destinations, or any individuals he may have been in contact with has made the search incredibly challenging. The case of Mazell Ransom is a somber reminder of how a person can seemingly vanish from their own home, leaving behind more questions than answers. The overview of this case is one of a long-standing and unresolved missing person investigation, characterized by a significant lack of leads and specific details, where even the exact date of his disappearance is considered vague.

Last Seen: Jan 19, 1994

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP154154
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP154154 • Found May 24, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 31 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%129 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP30
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP30 • Found Oct 6, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 45–60 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
76%Possible
John Doe — Tucker, Georgia - unidentified case UP61145
John Doe — Tucker, Georgia
UP61145 • Found Feb 1, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%118 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — East Point, Georgia - unidentified case UP89
John Doe — East Point, Georgia
UP89 • Found Jun 13, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Hair 70%Gray vs Black

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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