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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7851) and 7 other sources
Anthony Ray Lofston, aged 20, was last seen on August 30, 1993, in Terre Haute, Indiana. On the day of his disappearance, Lofston informed his family that he was heading to Indianapolis with a friend. However, it remains unclear whether he ever arrived at his intended destination. He never returned home, and no further contact was made with his family.

At the time of his disappearance, Lofston was described as being 5'7" and weighing around 130 pounds. He had black hair, brown eyes, and distinguishing features, including a pierced nose on the right side and a tattoo on his upper arm. Despite search efforts, no significant leads have emerged, and Lofston’s whereabouts remain unknown. His case has been classified as endangered missing, and authorities continue to seek information regarding his disappearance.

If you have any information about Anthony's case, you are encouraged to contact the Terre Haute Police Department. His family and investigators remain hopeful for answers after decades of uncertainty.

Last Seen: Aug 30, 1993

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — Gary, Indiana - unidentified case UP13482
John Doe — Gary, Indiana
UP13482 • Found Jan 22, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–29 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 65%148 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"–5'8"
Weight 91%154 lb vs 130–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP122389 • Found Oct 11, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 62%167 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'8"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 130–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP117204 • Found Jul 5, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 62%165 mi away
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'8"
Weight 100%144 lb vs 130–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP139136 • Found Jul 27, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 62%165 mi away
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'8"
Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 130–135 lb
Hair 60%Black 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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