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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP161179) and 1 other source
In the quiet town of Duvall, Washington, a sense of unease settled over the community in the spring of 2023. Morgan Cole Busse, a 61-year-old man, was last seen on March 16th of that year. Details surrounding the moments leading up to his disappearance are scarce, leaving his family and investigators with a painful void of information. Busse is described as a white male, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing around 145 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. The King County Sheriff's Office is the lead investigating agency in this troubling case.

The circumstances of Morgan Busse's disappearance remain largely a mystery to the public. Information regarding what he was wearing at the time he went missing or any personal items he may have had with him has not been widely circulated. This lack of detail has made it challenging for the community to provide meaningful tips or potential sightings. Appeals for information have been made, urging anyone who might have seen something, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. The Washington State Patrol is also assisting in the case, amplifying the call for public assistance.

The investigation into Morgan Busse's whereabouts is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek any information that could lead to a breakthrough. The case serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the deep impact a person's absence can have on their loved ones and the wider community. With very little information publicly available, the case has been characterized by a frustrating lack of leads, leaving those who know him to hope for answers and his safe return. The primary point of contact for any information related to this case is the King County Sheriff's Office.

Last Seen: Mar 16, 2023

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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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Snoqualmie, Washington - unidentified case UP104650
John Doe — Snoqualmie, Washington
UP104650 • Found Apr 24, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 27–61 vs 61
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%138 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP104651 • Found May 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 37–72 vs 61
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'6"
76%Possible
John Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP102628
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP102628 • Found Mar 25, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 51–83 vs 61
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 days after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 145 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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