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Michael Daniel Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fontana, California on May 31, 2020

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Victim Details

Jul 12, 2023

Jul 18, 2023

Michael

Daniel

29

23

64 inches

125 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 31, 2020

Fontana

California

San Bernardino County

92335

No

126463

Fontana Police Department

Fontana

California

San Bernardino County

92335

Lauren Baker

Detective, Missing Persons

17005 Upland Ave, California

9093507740

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.fontana.org/112/Police-Department

23-7198

Jun 2, 2023

Fontana Police Department

na

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP105514) and 3 other sources
Michael Daniel, a 23-year-old from Fontana, California, was last seen on May 31, 2020. At the time of his disappearance, Michael was described as being 5'10" tall, weighing around 170 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, but his case has drawn concern due to the lack of communication with family and friends since he went missing.

Efforts to locate Michael have included searches and pleas for public assistance, but no substantial leads have emerged. His disappearance remains a part of active investigations by local law enforcement, and the community continues to hope for any information that could help resolve his case.

If anyone has information regarding Michael's whereabouts, they are encouraged to contact local authorities or the California Department of Justice Missing Persons Unit.
Last Seen: May 31, 2020

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  • Missing & Homeless - Facebook
  • Fontana, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime
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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

    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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP162583
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP162583 • Found Jul 1, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    78%Possible
    John Doe — North Hollywood, California
    UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%53 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'4"
    Weight 96%90–110 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP82158 • Found Jul 5, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–55 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%120–135 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
    UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 23 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'4"
    Weight 80%150–175 lb vs 125 lb
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    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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