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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP91728) and 9 other sources
On November 21, 2021, 61-year-old Kevin Hornburg was last seen in Jamestown, New York. He resided in an apartment on Prendergast Avenue with his brother, and a family friend had also been staying with them. The last person to see Hornburg was this friend, who reported that Hornburg left the apartment around 4:00 p.m. to find spare wood to fix a window and never came back. Hornburg had been experiencing significant health issues; about three months prior to his disappearance, he was in a coma for unknown reasons and was still weak. He also had mobility problems and needed a cane to walk. His disappearance was considered uncharacteristic, as he was not known to leave without notice or miss family holidays, and he missed Thanksgiving with his family just a few days after he was last seen.

The Jamestown Police Department began investigating Hornburg's disappearance and soon suspected foul play. This suspicion arose because it was out of character for him to be out of contact and he had not accessed any of his finances since he was last seen. Investigators stated they had conducted numerous interviews and received information suggesting that Hornburg was likely the victim of a crime. They believe there are individuals in the community who have information about what occurred. Hornburg's sister has expressed a belief that his disappearance may be connected to a stabbing incident that took place in front of his home ten days before he went missing.

In the years since he vanished, there have been no signs of Kevin Hornburg. His family, along with community members and organizations like the WNY Missing & Unidentified Persons group, have conducted numerous searches of parks, cemeteries, trails, and other areas in and around Jamestown. A reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest and indictment of anyone responsible for his disappearance. The case remains unsolved, and police are still seeking information from the public that could lead to a resolution and provide his family with the closure they deserve. This synopsis provides an overview of the case based on the available information regarding the disappearance of Kevin Hornburg.

Last Seen: Nov 21, 2021

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP115564
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP115564 • Found Jan 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 56%196 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP111096
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP111096 • Found Oct 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 61 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 49%259 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 96%132 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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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