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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP102366) and 1 other source
Larry Howell, a 39-year-old man from West Palm Beach, Florida, went missing on March 15, 1982, under circumstances that remain unclear. On that day, Howell was last seen in the local area, but the details surrounding his disappearance are sparse. Over the years, there has been little progress in solving his case, which is now considered a cold case. Despite various efforts from law enforcement and appeals for information, no significant leads have surfaced to explain what might have happened to him.

The case remains open, and authorities have urged anyone with potential information to come forward, emphasizing that even the smallest detail could be crucial. Howell's family and local communities continue to hold out hope for answers, though decades have passed without closure. West Palm Beach and other agencies remain engaged in the case, though the trail has largely gone cold due to the time elapsed.

Last Seen: Mar 15, 1982

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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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP1253
John Doe — Florida
UP1253 • Found Jun 13, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 36–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 42%120 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — West Palm Beach, Florida
UP115761 • Found Dec 29, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–42 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'5"
Weight 64%125–135 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP14225
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP14225 • Found Nov 16, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
Weight 88%155 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP16377
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP16377 • Found Aug 3, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
Weight 77%145 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Fort Lauderdale, Florida - unidentified case UP570
John Doe — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
UP570 • Found Aug 7, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 36–50 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%40 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 93%160 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Miramar, Florida - unidentified case UP5822
John Doe — Miramar, Florida
UP5822 • Found Apr 17, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%53 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Broward, Florida
UP1144 • Found Dec 14, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 75%143 lb vs 185 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Hialeah, Florida - unidentified case UP6299
John Doe — Hialeah, Florida
UP6299 • Found Dec 4, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%61 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 55%129 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1239
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1239 • Found May 5, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1241 • Found Mar 9, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"

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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