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Scott Sanders Missing Person Case

Last seen in Dallas, Texas on Feb 18, 2010

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Victim Details

Dec 19, 2010

Apr 26, 2017

Scott

Sanders

56

40

68 inches

70 inches

170 lbs

195 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 18, 2010

Dallas

Texas

Dallas County

9442

Dallas PD

Dallas

Texas

,

223614-X

Dallas PD

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8985) and 4 other sources
Scott Sanders, a 40-year-old man, was last seen on February 18, 2010, in Dallas, Texas. On that day, he made a phone call but refused to disclose his location, which raised concerns about his safety. He was reported missing shortly afterward, and despite efforts by authorities and family members, there have been no significant leads or developments in his case.

At the time of his disappearance, Sanders was described as being 5'8" tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, with brown hair. His case has been classified as a missing person, and law enforcement agencies continue to seek information that might provide answers. However, as of now, Sanders remains missing, with his last known whereabouts still unknown.

Despite being missing for over a decade, the case remains open, and tips from the public are encouraged to help bring closure to this unresolved disappearance.
Last Seen: Feb 18, 2010

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP8985
  • Missing Children - Missouri State Highway Patrol
  • Eight years of Dateline's Missing in America: 169 still missing
  • The Lost Art by Scott Loring Sanders | Hippocampus Magazine

    • 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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP76467 • Found Aug 26, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 36–48 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 100%159 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP159501
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP159501 • Found Apr 20, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 53–63 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 83%229 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP61482
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP61482 • Found Aug 1, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–59 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 100%152 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP17611 • Found Jan 19, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP138398 • Found Nov 23, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%38 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–5'9" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Lewisville, Texas
    UP75532 • Found Oct 20, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'6"–6'1" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP13588
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP13588 • Found Oct 14, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 40–69 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 100%190 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP7699
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP7699 • Found Jul 17, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 40
    Race 100%White
    Location 54%213 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 82%230 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP80986
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP80986 • Found May 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 68%Est. 57–70 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 88%141 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP15835 • Found Jun 11, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"–5'10"
    Weight 71%125 lb vs 170–195 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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