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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP100847) and 1 other source
Phui Man Sam, a 77-year-old man from Covina, California, was last seen on November 22, 2022, at approximately 10 a.m. in the 21000 block of East Covina Boulevard. Sam suffers from dementia, placing him at high risk. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as 5'1", weighing 104 pounds, with brown eyes, gray hair, and a mustache. He was last seen wearing a red sweatshirt with a Levi's logo and gray sweatpants. Authorities believe he may have been headed toward East Arrow Highway in Covina.

Despite search efforts, Sam remains missing, and the public is encouraged to report any information regarding his whereabouts to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department or the Covina Police Department. His case has drawn concern due to his medical condition, which could place him in dangerous situations if left unattended.

Last Seen: Nov 22, 2022

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Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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 — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP163354
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP163354 • Found Sep 11, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–90 vs 77 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'1"
Weight 89%120 lb vs 104 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — West Sacramento, California - unidentified case UP121054
John Doe — West Sacramento, California
UP121054 • Found Apr 16, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 70–85 vs 77 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 38%372 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 5'1"
Weight 100%108 lb vs 104 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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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