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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP98044)
James Turnage, a 67-year-old man from Riverside, California, was last seen on January 18, 2016. At the time of his disappearance, Turnage stood 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighed approximately 140 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. Little is known about the circumstances leading to his disappearance, and no significant details have emerged since he went missing.

The case remains open as an endangered missing person investigation, with the Riverside Police Department continuing to seek any information that might lead to his whereabouts. Anyone with knowledge of Turnage's disappearance is encouraged to contact local authorities to assist with the case.

His disappearance remains listed on databases such as the California Department of Justice and other missing person networks.

Last Seen: Jan 18, 2016

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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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP86642
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP86642 • Found Nov 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 67 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 89%52 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 91%160–180 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP151807
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP151807 • Found Sep 22, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 55–65 vs 67 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 88%53 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%6'1" vs 5'11"
Weight 32%194 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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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