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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP54909)
Jerry Melinis, a 37-year-old man from South Lake Tahoe, California, was last seen on March 15, 1994. His employer reported him missing after he failed to show up for work for a week. Following this, his car was discovered parked near Timber Cove Lodge, close to the Timber Cove Marina. Notably, his boat and trolling motor, which were typically with him, were missing and have never been located.

Despite the discovery of his vehicle, no significant clues have emerged to explain Melinis' disappearance. The case remains unsolved, and he has not been seen or heard from since that time. Authorities have continued to investigate, but Melinis’ whereabouts remain a mystery. He was described as a Caucasian male, standing 6'1" tall and weighing around 185 pounds, with brown hair.

The case is still open, and authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could help solve this decades-long disappearance. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact the appropriate authorities.

Last Seen: Mar 15, 1994

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — Nevada - unidentified case UP7622
John Doe — Nevada
UP7622 • Found Oct 21, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%39 mi away
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
76%Possible
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2363
John Doe — California
UP2363 • Found Mar 9, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%81 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Forestville, California
UP93104 • Found Dec 31, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 37
Race 100%White
Location 63%160 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'1" vs 6'1"
75%Possible
John Doe — Reno, Nevada
UP7626 • Found May 5, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%42 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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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