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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP104188) and 1 other source
In the autumn of 2022, a 44-year-old man named Elliott B. Buckley was last seen in Peoria, Arizona. On or around November 17th, he left his mother's residence and seemingly vanished. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a red and cream-colored flannel jacket, dark blue, tight-fitting jeans, and red shoes. His family and the Peoria Police Department have been searching for answers ever since, piecing together the limited information available about his last known movements and reaching out to the public for any information that might lead to his whereabouts. The lack of concrete leads has left his loved ones in a state of painful uncertainty, holding onto hope while grappling with the fear of the unknown.

Elliott is described as a white male, standing between 5'9' and 6'0' tall, and weighing between 170 and 185 pounds. He has blond or strawberry blond hair and blue eyes. His appearance is distinguished by several tattoos, which his family hopes will help someone recognize him. These include a dove and stars on his neck, an unknown design on his chest, and the letters 'MOB' on his rib cage. He also has brass knuckles tattooed on his right wrist, a star and horseshoe on his left hand, and a saguaro cactus on his leg. These permanent marks on his body serve as a silent testament to his identity, a map of personal symbols that those who know him hope will guide him back home.

The investigation into Elliott's disappearance remains active, with the Peoria Police Department handling the case. A DNA sample from his mother has been collected and is on file, a standard but somber procedure in long-term missing persons cases. The circumstances surrounding his departure from his mother's home are not publicly detailed, leaving a void of information that has fueled concern and speculation. The case is a heart-wrenching example of the ambiguous loss that families of the missing endure, a continuous state of not knowing whether their loved one is safe or in need of help. The search for Elliott Buckley continues, a quiet and persistent effort to bring a son, a friend, and a member of the community back to those who are waiting for him.

Last Seen: Nov 17, 2022

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Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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 — Rio Verde, Arizona - unidentified case UP118816
John Doe — Rio Verde, Arizona
UP118816 • Found Mar 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43–44 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%35 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'9"–6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona - unidentified case UP102760
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona
UP102760 • Found Feb 9, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 43–44
Race 100%White
Location 72%117 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'9"–6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona - unidentified case UP158804
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona
UP158804 • Found Dec 14, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 48–62 vs 43–44 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%117 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'9"–6'0"

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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