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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP60034) and 5 other sources
John Neal, a 49-year-old man, was last seen on April 9, 2019, in Niland, California. At the time of his disappearance, Neal was staying at a hostel in Slab City, a well-known area in the desert. On the morning of April 9, he left to catch a bus to El Centro, California, with the intent of purchasing a new phone and medication. However, he never returned, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since that day.

Neal was described as a Caucasian male, standing about 5'6" tall and weighing 150 pounds, with brown hair. His sudden disappearance, coupled with the remote desert surroundings, has led to ongoing concerns about his safety. Despite efforts to locate him, no substantial leads have emerged, and his case remains open.

Authorities and his family are still hoping for any new information that could provide answers. Individuals with any knowledge of his whereabouts are encouraged to report it to local law enforcement.

Last Seen: Apr 9, 2019

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

77%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP133256
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP133256 • Found Nov 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%101 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
Weight 92%129 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 89%Est. 55–70 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%167 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'6"
Weight 80%180–190 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 49
Race 100%White
Location 61%172 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue

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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