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Lesley Sullivan Missing Person Case

Last seen in Mariposa County, California on Jan 12, 2003

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Victim Details

Oct 31, 2023

Mar 13, 2024

Lesley

Sullivan

71

48

65 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 12, 2003

Mariposa County

California

Mariposa County

95338

No

131388

Mariposa County Sheriff's Department

Mariposa

California

Mariposa County

95338

5099 Old Highway North, California

2099663614

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.mariposacounty.org/index.aspx?NID=82

MG0300246

Mariposa County Sheriff's Department

3559

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP110899) and 5 other sources
Lesley Ray Sullivan, aged 48, was last seen on January 12, 2003, in Mariposa County, California. At the time of his disappearance, Sullivan was described as 5'5" tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. He had noticeable scars on both his wrist and elbow. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a blue t-shirt.

There are few details available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance, and no significant leads have emerged in the years since. Sullivan's case remains classified as missing, and authorities have been unable to gather substantial information to explain what happened to him. His case is listed with various missing persons databases, including NamUs and the California Attorney General’s office, in hopes that new information may surface.

The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office continues to handle the investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact them.
Last Seen: Jan 12, 2003

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP110899
  • Lesley Ray Sullivan - The Charley Project
  • 5004DMCA - Lesley Ray Sullivan - Doe Network
  • Lesley Ray Sullivan | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Mariposa, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

    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.

    77%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP128534
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP128534 • Found Jan 4, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'5"
    Weight 76%115–125 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Shafter, California
    UP61238 • Found Mar 11, 2006
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 67%140 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 95%180–210 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Modesto, California
    UP11066 • Found Jul 10, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 48 when missing
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 95%140 lb vs 160 lb
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Rio Vista, California
    UP147996 • Found Feb 12, 2006
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%108 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 91%137 lb vs 160 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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