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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP90385) and 5 other sources
In early March 2022, 59-year-old David Gary Wheeler disappeared from Rockford, Illinois, sparking concern among his family and the community. He was last observed leaving his residence on the morning of March 4th, 2022. At the time he went missing, he was reportedly wearing a Minnesota Vikings sweatshirt, jeans, and tennis shoes. Descriptions provided by law enforcement noted that David might be without his glasses, which he normally wears.

David is described as a white male with brown, receding hair and blue eyes. He stands between 5 feet 4 inches and 5 feet 5 inches tall, with a weight ranging from 125 to 145 pounds. A distinct physical feature is a scar on his abdomen from a previous surgery. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office was the primary agency investigating his disappearance and sought help from the public for any information regarding his whereabouts. His case was logged under the number wb22-002920 with the investigating agency.

Shortly after he was reported missing, information circulated through community networks and on social media in an effort to locate him. The Missing Person Awareness Network NFP later announced that, according to the Winnebago Police Department, David had been found safe. Gratitude was extended to the police department and the community for their assistance in his safe return. The case serves as an important reminder of how community watchfulness and prompt law enforcement action can be crucial in missing persons cases.

Last Seen: Mar 4, 2022

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Waukegan, Illinois - unidentified case UP163526
John Doe — Waukegan, Illinois
UP163526 • Found Apr 8, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 59 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 84%68 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%151 lb vs 125–145 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP97269 • Found Aug 23, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 59
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 125–145 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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