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Jeffery Popa Missing Person Case

Last seen in Waianae, Hawaii on Jul 21, 1992

Victim Details

Jun 19, 2020

Aug 12, 2020

Jeffery

Popa

71

37

67 inches

160 lbs

Other

Male

Jul 21, 1992

Waianae

Hawaii

Honolulu County

96792

No

84039

Honolulu Police Department

Honolulu

Hawaii

Honolulu County

96813

Reid Tagomori

Metropolitan Police Officer

801 South Beretania Street, Hawaii

8085293111

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.honolulupd.org

16-338766

2016-08-25

Honolulu Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

07/06/2026


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In the warm coastal waters off Waianae, Hawaii, a fishing trip turned into an enduring mystery. On July 21, 1992, 37-year-old Jeffery Popa and his father embarked on an overnight fishing excursion in their 14-foot boat. The two men, familiar with the local waters, set out for what should have been a routine and enjoyable time together. They were last seen in the Waianae area, a place known for its beautiful coastline and popular fishing spots. As the day turned to night and then to the next day, ...
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Last Seen: Jul 21, 1992

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