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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP112366) and 9 other sources
Ellsworth Wilson Mielke, a 33-year-old truck driver from Salt Lake City, Utah, went missing on August 25, 1947. On the day of his disappearance, Ellsworth had driven his truck to Tremonton and returned to Salt Lake City. He informed his employer that he was feeling ill and was advised to go home. However, he never arrived home and was never seen again.

A month later, his vehicle was discovered abandoned at Lagoon Amusement Park in Farmington, Utah. The car still had the keys in the ignition, and inside were his cap and lunch bucket. His wife, Helen, reported that he had been suffering from occasional blackouts, though he had not experienced one recently. Despite a thorough investigation, including interviews with witnesses and searches, no significant clues were uncovered to explain his disappearance.

Ellsworth's family and local authorities remained perplexed by his vanishing, as he had no known reasons to leave or signs of depression. The case remains unsolved, and Ellsworth's whereabouts continue to be a mystery. Investigators still seek any leads that may provide answers regarding what happened to him.

Last Seen: Aug 25, 1947

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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 — Utah
UP162151 • Found Jun 23, 1958
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0"–6'2" vs 6'0"–6'2"
Weight 100%175–200 lb vs 170–180 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Salt Lake City, Utah
UP9856 • Found Jun 24, 1978
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 31 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'2"

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.