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Christopher Prows Missing Person Case

Last seen in Sonora, California on Aug 9, 2016

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Victim Details

Nov 30, 2021

Jan 12, 2024

Christopher

Prows

65

55

72 inches

255 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 9, 2016

Sonora

California

Tuolumne County

95370

No

110187

Sonora Police Department

Sonora

California

Tuolumne County

95370

100 South Green Street, California

2095328141

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.sonorapd.com

16-1321

Aug 24, 2016

Sonora Police Department

6495

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP86747) and 5 other sources
Christopher Craig Prows, a 55-year-old man, was last seen on August 9, 2016, in Sonora, California. He was in contact with members of the Sonora Police Department on the day of his disappearance, but he has not been heard from since. Prows has a serious medical condition requiring medication, which he did not have with him, raising concerns about his well-being.

Described as 6 feet tall, weighing 255 pounds, with graying brown hair and brown eyes, Prows' disappearance has remained a mystery. Local authorities have sought the public's assistance in locating him, but despite search efforts, no significant leads have emerged. His case remains open and unresolved.

Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact the Sonora Police Department.
Last Seen: Aug 9, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Christopher Craig Prows - California Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • Missing Person - Sonora Police Department
  • Tuolumne County Sheriff - Facebook
  • Sonora Police Looking For Missing Man - myMotherLode.com
  • Review Of 2016's Top News Stories - myMotherLode.com

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

    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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP57876
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP57876 • Found Oct 15, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%93 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%260 lb vs 255 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%91 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Stockton, California
    UP87371 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 89%49 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 47%161–170 lb vs 255 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%91 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 0%115 lb vs 255 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%116 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 70%191 lb vs 255 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    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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