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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP162294) and 1 other source
On August 1, 1995, a 28-year-old man named Robert Alan Byrne was last seen in Bloomington, California, a community in San Bernardino County. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing around 200 pounds, with brown, shoulder-length hair and hazel eyes, Robert's sudden disappearance left his family with questions that would span decades. He was last known to be at a residence in the 11100 block of Laurel Avenue. Following that day, he was never seen or heard from again, prompting his family to report him missing to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department on August 13, 1996.

The circumstances surrounding Robert's disappearance have long been considered suspicious by law enforcement and his family. His sister has publicly expressed her belief that he was abducted and murdered. She suspects his body may have been buried at his last known residence on Laurel Avenue or possibly in the Kramer Junction area. This belief has been a driving force for the family's continued search for answers and a proper resting place for Robert. The pain of not knowing has been compounded by the feeling that people close to him may have information but have remained silent over the years.

Despite the passage of time, the investigation into Robert Byrne's disappearance remains open. His family has continued to advocate for his case, hoping that someone with information will finally come forward. The case is a poignant example of the lasting trauma experienced by families of the missing, as they navigate a world of uncertainty and unanswered questions. The official investigation, handled by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, continues to seek any information that could lead to a breakthrough and bring closure to a family that has waited for decades.

Last Seen: Aug 1, 1995

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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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Palm Desert, California
UP7017 • Found Aug 30, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 6'3"
Weight 90%170 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Ontario, California
UP2524 • Found Aug 18, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
78%Possible
John Doe — Lake Elsinore, California
UP7036 • Found Nov 25, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 28
Race 100%White
Location 95%29 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
77%Possible
John Doe — Irwindale, California
UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'3"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP88020
John Doe — San Bernardino, California
UP88020 • Found Feb 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 68%6'0" vs 6'3"
Weight 100%206 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 89%50 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'3"
76%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP56199 • Found May 3, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%6'1" vs 6'3"
Weight 100%162–182 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — South Gate, California
UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'3"
Weight 77%157 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Tustin, California - unidentified case UP7692
John Doe — Tustin, California
UP7692 • Found Dec 27, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Weight 81%161 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — South El Monte, California
UP3396 • Found May 7, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 36%5'10" vs 6'3"
Weight 63%145 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

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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