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Danny Jones Missing Person Case

Last seen in Gilmer, Texas on Sep 1, 1974

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Victim Details

Apr 15, 2010

Aug 19, 2019

Danny

Jones

67

15

65 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 1, 1974

Gilmer

Texas

Upshur County

75644

26664

Gilmer Police Department

Gilmer

Texas

Upshur County

75644

Lucky Bolden

Investigator

218 Old Coffeeville Road, Texas

9038435545

Local

Law Enforcement

10-0291

Gilmer Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6244) and 7 other sources
Danny Lee Jones, a 15-year-old from Gilmer, Texas, went missing on September 1, 1974. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, and authorities suspect he may have left voluntarily, as his case is classified as an "endangered runaway." However, few details are known about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and the case remains unsolved.

Danny has distinct physical characteristics, including a noticeable scar on his right arm from a near-amputation. At the time of his disappearance, he was 5'5" tall, weighed about 150 pounds, and had blonde hair and blue eyes. Despite various efforts to locate him, including an age progression image to reflect how he might look in his 60s, no significant leads have emerged.

The Gilmer Police Department continues to seek information related to Danny's case, and anyone with potential leads is encouraged to contact local authorities. His case remains open, and investigators hope that new information may one day provide answers for his family.
Last Seen: Sep 1, 1974

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Danny Lee Jones - The Charley Project
  • Danny Jones | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • 4231DMTX - Danny Lee Jones - Doe Network
  • Danny Lee Jones
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP6244
  • VANISHED: Danny Lee Jones - KETK.com
  • Missing People with Detailed Descriptions | Danny Lee Jones went ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    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 — Texas - unidentified case UP3792
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3792 • Found Jan 20, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–31 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 93%130 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 10%Black vs Blond
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Lindale, Texas
    UP11875 • Found Nov 7, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 95%Est. 55–70 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 39 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%156 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Aubrey, Texas
    UP4589 • Found Apr 25, 1983
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 13–15 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%125 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond

    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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