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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9891) and 4 other sources
In the autumn of 1996, family and friends of John David Lucas were plunged into a period of uncertainty and concern when he vanished from Little Rock, Arkansas. At 36 years old, John was reportedly going through a challenging time in his life. He was said to be grappling with depression, further compounded by the recent death of his father just three weeks prior to his disappearance. In addition to his grief, he was also experiencing difficulties in his marriage. The circumstances surrounding the last time he was seen have left his loved ones with lingering questions and a profound sense of unease.

The last known sighting of John Lucas was on the evening of November 13, 1996, at his brother's business located in the 6800 block of West 12th Street in Little Rock. According to his brother, Jesse Lucas, John was seen with a friend, and the situation was described as possibly being violent. One account states that he was witnessed being 'dragged' from the location by this friend at approximately 6:30 p.m. After this troubling encounter, John was never heard from or seen again, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew him.

The investigation into John's disappearance has spanned years, with law enforcement and his family seeking answers. At the time he went missing, John was described as a Caucasian male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing around 130 pounds. Years later, in March 2005, a significant development occurred when his former roommate, Mark Hall, was charged with first-degree murder in connection with his case. However, the outcome of this legal proceeding remains unclear, and John's whereabouts have never been determined. Due to the troubling circumstances of his disappearance, foul play is suspected by authorities. The case of John David Lucas is a somber reminder of a life interrupted, leaving a family to navigate a future without knowing what became of him.

Last Seen: Nov 13, 1996

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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 — Little Rock, Arkansas
UP2870 • Found Jan 23, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen

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.