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Robert Carter Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Nov 1, 2011

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Victim Details

Oct 18, 2018

Nov 17, 2021

Robert

Carter

55

40

71 inches

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 1, 2011

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

41423

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

170131116

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

10364

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 1, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP52906) and 6 other sources
Robert Carter, aged 40, was last seen on November 1, 2011, in Los Angeles, California. His disappearance remains unresolved, and few details have emerged regarding the circumstances leading up to his vanishing. Authorities continue to seek public assistance to gather information, but as of now, his case remains classified as a missing person investigation.

Carter's case is listed in national missing person databases, including NamUs, and local authorities in Los Angeles have been involved in the search. Despite efforts from law enforcement, no significant leads have surfaced that would provide insight into his whereabouts. Investigators continue to encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward to help bring closure to the case.
Last Seen: Nov 1, 2011

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP52906 | NamUs
  • Robert Kuri Carter | State of California - Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • Robert L. Carter dies at 94; NAACP attorney fought segregation
  • Party Notice: Robert Carter vs. Harley-Davidson Motor Company
  • CBS reports: Robert Carter's journey from foster child to father of 5
  • Robert J. Carter - Accounted For - Missing Marines

    • 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 — Irwindale, California
    UP12863 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'11"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12864
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12864 • Found Feb 13, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–50 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Commerce, California - unidentified case UP13339
    John Doe — Commerce, California
    UP13339 • Found Jul 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–60 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 79%Est. 28–38 vs 40
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'11"
    Weight 99%157 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    81%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 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%185 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 5'11"
    80%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 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 80%140 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP11282 • Found Mar 5, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Weight 83%143 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
    UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 175 lb
    79%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 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue 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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