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Summary based on 2 sources
In the autumn of 2003, a sense of unease settled over the community of Tonawanda, New York, with the disappearance of 45-year-old James Davern. A resident of the Erie County town, he was last seen on October 10th of that year. Concern for his well-being grew among those who knew him as time passed without any contact. At the time he went missing, James was described as a Caucasian male, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing around 150 pounds. He had graying hair and blue eyes, distinct features that his loved ones hoped would lead to his return.

The initial investigation into James Davern's disappearance took a somber turn when his vehicle was discovered abandoned. The car was located by the Niagara Parks Police in the vicinity of the majestic and powerful Niagara Falls, a location that has often been the backdrop for both beauty and tragedy. The discovery of his car in such a place, with no sign of James himself, deepened the mystery and heightened the fears of his family and friends. The circumstances surrounding how his car came to be there and his own whereabouts remained unknown, leaving a void of information and a series of unanswered questions for law enforcement to grapple with.

Years have passed since James Davern was last seen, and his case has grown cold, yet the search for answers continues. The details of his life and the specific circumstances that led to him vanishing remain largely private, a testament to a family's quiet grief and the respectful handling of a sensitive investigation. The overview of his case is one of sudden absence and lingering uncertainty. A man in his mid-forties, with a life and connections in his community, seemingly vanished, leaving behind only his car and a legacy of questions. The proximity of his vehicle to Niagara Falls has led to speculation, but without any definitive evidence, his disappearance remains an open and unresolved missing person case.

Last Seen: Oct 2, 2003

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Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

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 — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP4962
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP4962 • Found Nov 18, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 154 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP5268
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP5268 • Found Dec 14, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 71%192 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5231
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5231 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 85%181 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5668
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5668 • Found Jun 17, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 45
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 99%170 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5603
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5603 • Found Aug 5, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5641
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5641 • Found Nov 20, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%6'3" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Kingston, New York - unidentified case UP14680
John Doe — Kingston, New York
UP14680 • Found Oct 3, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5558
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5558 • Found Oct 5, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 88%179 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5596
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5596 • Found Feb 22, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 22%219 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 15%Red vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP2756
John Doe — New York, New York
UP2756 • Found May 15, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 45
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 65%195 lb vs 154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
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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