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David Parker Missing Person Case

Last seen in Mesquite, Texas on Feb 14, 1982

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Victim Details

Jan 12, 2011

Jan 12, 2024

David

Parker

96

52

72 inches

75 inches

200 lbs

210 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 14, 1982

Mesquite

Texas

Dallas County

Unknown

30917

Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse

Austin

Texas

Travis County

78773

PO Box 4087, Texas

8003463243

State

Law Enforcement

https://www.dps.texas.gov/mpch

M0905011

Texas Department of Public Safety

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9225) and 4 other sources
David Edward Parker, 52, was last seen on February 14, 1982, when he left Mesquite, Texas, with a friend, heading to Rusk, Texas. During the trip, Parker called another friend, reporting that he was having car trouble. However, after that call, he was never heard from again. His travel companion later claimed that after dropping Parker off, he was unaware of what happened to him afterward.

Parker's vehicle was later found near Mount Pleasant, Texas. Disturbingly, the car had been burned, and its registration had been removed, leading investigators to suspect foul play. Authorities believe Parker may have been taken against his will, though no definitive answers have emerged, and his case remains unsolved.

The Texas Department of Public Safety continues to investigate his disappearance, suspecting foul play. Parker had distinguishing features, including a scar over his left eye, and foul play is suspected in his case.
Last Seen: Feb 14, 1982

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP9225
  • David Edward Parker - The Charley Project
  • 580DMTX - David Edward Parker - Doe Network
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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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP96459 • Found Oct 17, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 49–59 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'3" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%191 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP4500 • Found May 12, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%42 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%220 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP13591
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP13591 • Found Feb 6, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 71%150 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP97024 • Found Aug 23, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 49–59 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Westworth Village, Texas
    UP10214 • Found Nov 4, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP4494 • Found Jul 15, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%200 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP123305 • Found Sep 17, 1983
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'2" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%190 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — McGregor, Texas
    UP4222 • Found Jan 22, 1987
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 56–66 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%103 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 200–210 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP4519 • Found Oct 1, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%42 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'3"
    Weight 96%175 lb vs 200–210 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Grand Prairie, Texas
    UP1735 • Found Mar 21, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'2" vs 6'0"–6'3"

    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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