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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7267) and 3 other sources
Peter Lorang, a 28-year-old Marine Corps veteran, was last seen on July 31, 2001, in Galway, New York. He lived alone in Charlton and ran an auto detailing business. His family reported him missing on August 6, 2001, after failing to hear from him for several days. Upon investigation, Lorang's dog was found at his home without food or water, and his car, a 1994 Chrysler LeBaron convertible, was discovered abandoned in Albany on August 18. The car had reportedly been parked there for a few days before it was towed.

Lorang's disappearance is considered suspicious. Investigators searching his home found items they described as explosive devices in the garage, though Lorang's father clarified that these were legal firearms and black powder used for hunting. Despite Lorang having no criminal record and showing no signs of erratic behavior prior to his disappearance, authorities suspect foul play, given the unusual circumstances and the fact that he had been known to carry large amounts of cash. His case remains unsolved.
Last Seen: Jul 31, 2001

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP5980
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP5980 • Found Sep 28, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 28
Race 100%White
Location 63%159 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 82%226 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5694
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5694 • Found Jan 10, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%162 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 76%148 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Kingston, New York - unidentified case UP14680
John Doe — Kingston, New York
UP14680 • Found Oct 3, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%75 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8825
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP8825 • Found Mar 16, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%162 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 97%168 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5231
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5231 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%159 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%181 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5668
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5668 • Found Jun 17, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%162 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 99%170 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP946
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP946 • Found Jan 20, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 28
Race 100%White
Location 46%288 mi away
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 98%169 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP4962
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP4962 • Found Nov 18, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 65%150 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 75%147 lb vs 190 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5602
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5602 • Found Jul 26, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 63%162 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 88%220 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Perry Township, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP994
John Doe — Perry Township, Pennsylvania
UP994 • Found Jun 25, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 55%199 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 88%160 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown 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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