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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9057) and 6 other sources
William Christopher Stonecipher, 32, was last seen on August 9, 1990, in Pinehurst, Texas. On that day, he left his mother's apartment, stating he was going to the store but never returned. Several days later, his truck was discovered in a remote wooded area in Hardin County, Texas. While the keys were missing, his wallet and driver's license were found inside the vehicle, raising concerns about potential foul play.

Stonecipher was described as 5'10", weighing 185 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. He had several distinguishing features, including scars on his left hand, forehead, and chin, along with a tattoo of his name on his right arm. His disappearance has remained a cold case for over three decades, and law enforcement continues to treat it as a suspicious case with the possibility of foul play. Despite the discovery of his vehicle, no further clues about his whereabouts have surfaced. The Texas Department of Public Safety encourages anyone with information to come forward.

Investigators have maintained interest in the case, given the unusual circumstances, and are still seeking leads that might help resolve his disappearance.

Last Seen: Aug 9, 1990

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3842 • Found Jul 7, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP3660 • Found Feb 17, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–36 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%30 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Weight 100%200 lb vs 185 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP3215 • Found Dec 24, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%82 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 98%205 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3839 • Found Jul 9, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 35–50 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 64%135 lb vs 185 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP599
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP599 • Found Nov 5, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%202 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP3591 • Found Jun 11, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%60 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
Weight 39%118 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP12728 • Found Jul 18, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 83%Est. 35–50 vs 32
Race 100%White
Location 73%108 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 185 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3910 • Found Jul 16, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"

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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