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John Morgan Missing Person Case

Last seen in Arcata, California on Aug 25, 2013

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Victim Details

Oct 20, 2021

Dec 1, 2021

John

Morgan

73

60

70 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 25, 2013

Arcata

California

Humboldt County

95521

No

108316

Arcata Police Department

Arcata

California

Humboldt County

95521

Taron Brown

Evidence Technician

736 F Street, California

7078222424

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityofarcata.org/206/Police

13-2810

Arcata Police Department

6518

Gray or Partially Gray

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP85544) and 4 other sources
John Edward Morgan, a 60-year-old man from Arcata, California, was last seen on August 25, 2013. Morgan, who was battling serious medical issues, including diabetes, left his residence on foot and has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, he was reportedly depressed and suicidal. Morgan stood 5'10", weighed around 140 pounds, and had gray hair and hazel eyes.

He left without returning, and his mother reported him missing the following day. Despite efforts by the authorities, no substantial clues have emerged regarding his whereabouts. The Arcata Police Department continues to investigate his case, which remains classified as endangered missing due to his medical conditions and state of mind at the time.
Last Seen: Aug 25, 2013

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • John Edward Morgan - California Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • John Edward Morgan - The Charley Project
  • The Humboldt 35 | North Coast Journal
  • Still Missing | News | North Coast Journal

    • 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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 52%234 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 49%265 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 84%115 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel

    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.

    Unidentified photos are blurred because many are post-mortem. Tap a photo to reveal it.

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