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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP63946) and 6 other sources
Alan Joseph Olds, a 36-year-old man, was last seen on October 28, 1995, in Warner Springs, California. He was driving through the area and has not been heard from since that day. At the time of his disappearance, Olds was described as being 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 165 pounds, with blond hair and hazel eyes. He was wearing blue jeans and a white t-shirt featuring a chicken and a cat.

There are few details available about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and despite efforts from law enforcement, no significant developments have emerged. His case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek any information that might help resolve it. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is handling the investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact them.

This case highlights the difficulties surrounding missing person cases when leads are limited, and years have passed without new information. Olds’ family and investigators continue to hope for answers.

Last Seen: Oct 28, 1995

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Salton City, California
UP15289 • Found Jul 26, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%40 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 165 lb
80%Moderate
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP56918 • Found Oct 2, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6"–5'10" vs 6'0"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Palm Desert, California
UP7017 • Found Aug 30, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%35 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%6'2" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7016
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP7016 • Found Jan 5, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP56199 • Found May 3, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%162–182 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
79%Possible
John Doe — Jacumba, California
UP56631 • Found Jun 3, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%53 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'2" vs 6'0"
78%Possible
John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7027
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP7027 • Found Jun 18, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 83%Est. 40–55 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
77%Possible
John Doe — Buena Park, California - unidentified case UP12758
John Doe — Buena Park, California
UP12758 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%88 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 98%183 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
77%Possible
John Doe — Long Beach, California
UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 39–49 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%95 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
77%Possible
John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP3074
John Doe — Long Beach, California
UP3074 • Found Oct 24, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%91 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 99%148 lb vs 165 lb
Eyes 60%Brown 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.

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