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Summary based on 5 sources
On July 7, 1996, 49-year-old Lawrence Joseph Glarum was last seen in San Diego County, California. Specific reports indicate the last known location was Jacumba, a community in the county. Glarum, a Caucasian male with brown hair and brown eyes, stood at 6'2" and weighed approximately 180 pounds. At the time of his disappearance, he wore glasses.

The circumstances surrounding Lawrence Glarum's disappearance are limited in detail, but authorities have classified his case as an endangered missing person and suspect foul play. He has not been seen or heard from since that day, and his case remains unsolved. His disappearance is described as occurring under suspicious circumstances.

Born on May 20, 1947, Lawrence Glarum was 49 years old when he went missing. Information regarding his clothing, personal belongings, or any vehicle he might have been driving has not been made publicly available. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is the investigating agency for his case.

Last Seen: Jul 7, 1996

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Winterhaven, California - unidentified case UP15265
John Doe — Winterhaven, California
UP15265 • Found Dec 20, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–59 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Weight 100%185 lb vs 180 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7027
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP7027 • Found Jun 18, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 49
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Weight 100%170 lb vs 180 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3474 • Found Feb 26, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 42–55 vs 49
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Weight 100%168 lb vs 180 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3495 • Found Sep 23, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 42–52 vs 49
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Weight 100%175 lb vs 180 lb

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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