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Summary based on 5 sources
Arnold Joseph Epel Jr., a 25-year-old man, was last seen in Miami, Florida, on or around January 19, 1989. His last known location was in the 7400 block of Southwest 39th Street. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are troubling, as he left a note for his family indicating his intention to take his own life. In the note, he provided instructions for the handling of his property and personal belongings.

Following his disappearance, Epel has not been seen or heard from again. Authorities discovered his blue 1987 Acura Integra, bearing the Florida license plate number 698KCT, abandoned in Glades County, Florida. The vehicle was located on Okeechobee Road just south of the Highlands County line. This discovery, far from his Miami home, has added a layer of mystery to his case.

Few details have been made public about the investigation into Arnold Epel Jr.'s disappearance. It has been reported that at the time he went missing, he may have been in possession of a gun and a Sony Walkman. The contents of the note he left for his family have not been fully disclosed to the public. His case remains an active missing person investigation.

Last Seen: Jan 19, 1989

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Florida
UP1173 • Found Jun 16, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Weight 100%180 lb vs 165 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida - unidentified case UP1188
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida
UP1188 • Found Apr 1, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Weight 92%142 lb vs 165 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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