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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP93510) and 5 other sources
Bruce Elwell, a 24-year-old man from York, Maine, was last seen on May 25, 1987. His sudden disappearance has left his family and authorities searching for answers for over three decades. Bruce was described as a white male with brown hair and blue eyes, standing about 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing around 165 pounds. His family reported that his disappearance was entirely out of character, as there were no signs that he planned to leave without notice, raising significant concerns about his safety.

The details surrounding Bruce's disappearance are limited, with no clear indication of what might have happened to him after he was last seen in York. There has been little publicly available information regarding his activities on the day of his disappearance or whether he had any known conflicts or plans at the time. Local law enforcement conducted an investigation, but despite efforts to locate him, no substantial leads or evidence emerged. His case eventually went cold, leaving those who knew him without closure.

Years later, Bruce Elwell’s case remains unsolved, and his family continues to hold out hope for answers. Law enforcement has kept the case open, hoping that new information might come to light. The lack of progress in the investigation reflects the challenges that often arise in missing person cases, particularly when time passes without new evidence or leads. Despite the passage of time, Bruce’s loved ones and the local community remain hopeful that one day his fate will be uncovered, and the mystery surrounding his disappearance will be resolved.

Last Seen: May 25, 1987

Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

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 — Methuen, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14202
John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts
UP14202 • Found Oct 28, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 5'10"
Weight 76%165 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15944
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
UP15944 • Found May 16, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 43 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%59 mi away
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%131 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey
UP1673 • Found May 1, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 99%Est. 25–30 vs 24
Race 100%White
Location 51%240 mi away
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 98%150 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15890
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts
UP15890 • Found May 2, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 55–60 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%56 mi away
TimingFound 29 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 87%157 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14725
John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts
UP14725 • Found Dec 13, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 44–46 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%58 mi away
TimingFound 23 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 43%182 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP14941
John Doe — New York, New York
UP14941 • Found Dec 17, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 51%242 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 93%153 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14790
John Doe — Massachusetts
UP14790 • Found Aug 4, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 5%200 lb vs 135 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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