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Bruce Garsen Missing Person Case

Last seen in San Pedro, California on Sep 7, 1977

Victim Details

Mar 23, 2021

Jan 24, 2024

Bruce

Garsen

75

26

68 inches

155 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 7, 1977

San Pedro

California

Los Angeles County

90731

No

102621

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

77250211

Sep 15, 1977

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP79002) and 2 other sources
Bruce Garsen, a 26-year-old male, went missing from San Pedro, California, on September 7, 1977. At the time of his disappearance, there were few details available regarding the circumstances that led to his vanishing, and over the years, no significant developments have emerged to explain what might have happened to him. Garsen's case remains open and unresolved, with law enforcement continuing to seek information that could shed light on his whereabouts.

Despite efforts to gather more information, there are still limited public details surrounding Garsen’s case. He has been listed in various missing persons databases, including the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), but no concrete leads have surfaced. Investigators urge anyone with information to come forward in the hopes that new insights may help locate him or provide closure to his family.

Cases like Bruce Garsen's highlight the challenges faced by authorities in missing person investigations, especially those that occurred decades ago. With the passage of time, the lack of leads, and the reliance on public tips, such cases remain difficult to solve without new evidence or witness testimonies. Garsen's case continues to be a part of ongoing efforts to bring attention to long-standing missing persons cases.
Last Seen: Sep 7, 1977

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP79002
  • U.S. Missing Persons - Doe Network

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Hollywood, California
    UP4372 • Found Jul 20, 1980
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–27 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 88%130 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Santa Monica, California
    UP9469 • Found Apr 19, 1978
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — California
    UP4432 • Found Mar 25, 1978
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 94%175 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Garden Grove, California - unidentified case UP7658
    John Doe — Garden Grove, California
    UP7658 • Found May 11, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — California
    UP4340 • Found Jun 7, 1981
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — El Toro, California - unidentified case UP7650
    John Doe — El Toro, California
    UP7650 • Found Nov 21, 1977
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%34 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 97%137 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP16758
    John Doe — California
    UP16758 • Found Nov 9, 1979
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3992 • Found Mar 12, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP4232 • Found Apr 29, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP4259 • Found Dec 31, 1983
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    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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