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Summary based on 2 sources
Edward Raymond McPherson was 59 years old when he was last seen in Bakersfield, California, on September 1, 2001. McPherson, a white male, was born on September 21, 1941. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds. He had graying brown hair and blue eyes. It has been noted that McPherson may have had a full beard when he went missing.

The circumstances surrounding Edward Raymond McPherson's disappearance are limited, with law enforcement classifying his case as a standard missing person incident. There are few details available to the public regarding his last known activities or what he was doing in Bakersfield on the day he vanished. Since he was last seen, he has not been heard from again.

The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is the official agency handling the investigation into McPherson's disappearance. Information regarding what he may have been wearing at the time he went missing or whether he was associated with a vehicle has not been made publicly available.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Edward Raymond McPherson is encouraged to contact the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. His case remains unresolved, and he is listed as a missing person with the State of California's Department of Justice.

Last Seen: Sep 1, 2001

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3333 • Found Dec 20, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 52–62 vs 59
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 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.