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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP149270) and 9 other sources
In the late summer of 2023, a sense of concern began to ripple through a family in La Grange, North Carolina, regarding their loved one, 68-year-old David Lee Roseby. Known to his friends and family as 'Dave,' he was last seen by his relatives on August 15th. The last confirmed sightings of him were in the La Grange area on August 16th and 17th. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 5-foot-4-inches tall, with gray, close-cut hair and a gray mustache. He was known to frequently wear a baseball cap and was often seen in apparel with the Pittsburgh Steelers logo.

The days turned into weeks, and with no word from David, his family's worry grew. The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office became involved, seeking the public's help in locating the missing man. Investigators released photographs of Roseby from the days he was last seen in the hopes that someone might recognize him and provide information about his whereabouts. They believed he might be in the La Grange or Goldsboro areas. The authorities encouraged anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it might seem, to come forward and contact them or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers.

As the investigation continued, details about his last known activities remained limited, adding to the mystery of his disappearance. The lack of communication was out of character for David, deepening the fears of those who knew and cared for him. The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office has continued to ask for the public's assistance, emphasizing that even the smallest piece of information could be the key to resolving the case. The community remains hopeful for answers, while his family endures the anguish of not knowing what happened to him after he was last seen in August of 2023. This case serves as a somber reminder of the lasting impact a person's disappearance has on their loved ones and the community as a whole, leaving a void filled with unanswered questions and a longing for resolution.

Last Seen: Aug 17, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Fayetteville, North Carolina
UP152557 • Found Nov 12, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'5"

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.