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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP52116)
Steven Marcus Sulger, a 39-year-old man, was last seen on April 16, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. He was reportedly with his girlfriend at the time of his disappearance. His family and friends noted that it was unusual for Steven to be out of contact for more than a week, and concerns grew when he had not reached out or appeared on social media since that date. Described as 5'8" tall, weighing around 140 pounds, with brown hair, Steven’s sudden disappearance has remained a mystery.

Steven had a history of run-ins with the law, with several arrests occurring after his disappearance date. He was arrested on April 24, 2018, just days after he was last seen, for assault in Santa Monica, and he continued to be involved in legal troubles, including charges for trespassing and burglary. These details have added complexity to his case, as authorities and his loved ones have continued searching for answers.

Despite his arrest record, Steven’s family remains concerned about his whereabouts, and the case is still listed as an open missing person investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

Last Seen: Apr 16, 2018

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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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP88645
John Doe — Hawthorne, California
UP88645 • Found Jan 11, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP137125
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP137125 • Found Nov 16, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Santa Monica, California
UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 9%255–275 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 140–180 lb
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17844
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP17844 • Found Apr 20, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 39
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 days after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%160–170 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17827
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP17827 • Found Apr 12, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 40–55 vs 39
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Sun Valley, California - unidentified case UP52915
John Doe — Sun Valley, California
UP52915 • Found Sep 13, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 39
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%185 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — North Hollywood, California
UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 65%Est. 18–36 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 83%90–110 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP77023 • Found Jan 1, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 20–50 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 100%160–185 lb vs 140–180 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown 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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