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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP84053) and 2 other sources
Joseph Barry Leach, 24 years old at the time, went missing on April 1, 1976, from Fort Bragg, California. On the day of his disappearance, Leach boarded a Greyhound bus intending to travel back to his residence in Los Angeles. However, upon arrival, he never made it back to his apartment. His landlady reported that none of his belongings were taken, and he has not been seen or heard from since.

Leach was described as 5'9" to 5'10" tall, weighing between 130 and 150 pounds, with red or auburn hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a button-down shirt, and prescription plastic eyeglasses. Despite the passage of time, there are very few details surrounding his disappearance, and his case remains unsolved.

Authorities continue to seek information regarding his whereabouts, and the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation. His case remains open, and any tips could help bring answers to his family and investigators.

Last Seen: Apr 1, 1976

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Willits, California
UP78870 • Found Apr 28, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
77%Possible
John Doe — Laytonville, California
UP79682 • Found Apr 14, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'9"–5'10"
77%Possible
John Doe — Sacramento, California
UP2414 • Found Feb 6, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 24
Race 100%White
Location 68%134 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 99%165 lb vs 130–150 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
75%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP17718 • Found Sep 9, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 69%131 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 130–150 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 50%Gray vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP53302
John Doe — Berkeley, California
UP53302 • Found Mar 19, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 68%137 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 130–150 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
75%Possible
John Doe — Sacramento, California
UP2411 • Found Dec 20, 1979
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 66%144 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 60%190 lb vs 130–150 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Red
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
75%Possible
John Doe — Unincorporated, California
UP10662 • Found Jun 7, 1978
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%158 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 130–150 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green

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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