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Michael Zevgolis Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Rosa, California on Dec 7, 1996

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Victim Details

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May 5, 2024

Michael

Zevgolis

58

29

67 inches

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 7, 1996

Santa Rosa

California

Sonoma County

95401

No

122234

Santa Rosa Police Department

Santa Rosa

California

Sonoma County

95404

965 Sonoma Avenue, California

7075433600

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.srcity.org/214/Police

SR970002207

Jan 30, 1997

Santa Rosa Police Department

4943

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 17, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP98523) and 5 other sources
Michael James Zevgolis, a 29-year-old man from Santa Rosa, California, was last seen on December 7, 1996. His disappearance remains shrouded in mystery. At the time he went missing, Michael was described as 5'8", weighing around 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Notably, he had a partial amputation of his left index finger. On the day he was last seen, he left his home on Montecito Boulevard and never returned. There have been no sightings or leads that have provided concrete answers regarding his whereabouts.

Investigators have considered the possibility of foul play due to the lack of communication or any sightings since his disappearance. Despite numerous efforts to find him, including the involvement of the Santa Rosa Police Department and national missing persons databases, Michael’s case remains unsolved. The details surrounding his last known movements have not provided clear insights into what may have happened.

This long-standing case continues to garner attention, with law enforcement agencies urging anyone with information to come forward. The hope remains that one day, answers will emerge to solve the mystery surrounding Michael's disappearance.
Last Seen: Dec 7, 1996

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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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP17689
    John Doe — California
    UP17689 • Found May 10, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Tiburon, California
    UP7084 • Found Aug 20, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–40 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 68%130 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Stockton, California - unidentified case UP50599
    John Doe — Stockton, California
    UP50599 • Found Jul 12, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 74%135 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP7082 • Found Aug 21, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'10" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Turlock, California
    UP50957 • Found Jul 11, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%125 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%130–180 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Vallejo, California
    UP17598 • Found Sep 2, 2003
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146018
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146018 • Found Jan 18, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 48–62 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%186 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP125517
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP125517 • Found Feb 11, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 78%91 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"
    Weight 60%125 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Richmond, California - unidentified case UP12859
    John Doe — Richmond, California
    UP12859 • Found Dec 24, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 82%142 lb vs 175 lb
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 93%Est. 48–62 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%53 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 63%127 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 70%Gray 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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