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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP2287) and 7 other sources
On the morning of March 8, 1996, 31-year-old James Allen Harris left his residence on Font Hill Road in Baltimore, Maryland, with the intention of driving to his job at the University of Maryland's Shock Trauma Center. He was dressed for work in pink hospital scrubs, a leather jacket, white socks, and brown Timberland boots, and was also wearing a gold watch and a gold necklace. Harris entered his cream and silver 1992 Infiniti, bearing the Maryland license plate number CRH-468, and departed for what should have been a routine commute to his workplace, located near Baltimore and Pine Streets. However, James Harris never arrived at his destination that day, and he has not been seen or heard from since.

The circumstances surrounding Harris's disappearance are made more complex by the weather conditions on that particular day. A significant snowstorm had hit the Baltimore area, which could have presented unforeseen challenges during his drive. Despite this, both he and his vehicle seemed to have vanished without a trace. In the immediate aftermath of his disappearance, there was a potential, though unconfirmed, sighting of Harris a few days later, but this lead did not develop into any substantial information regarding his whereabouts. The lack of any concrete evidence has left his family and investigators with many unanswered questions.

Over the years, the investigation into James Allen Harris's disappearance has remained open, but progress has been hampered by the absence of new leads. His vehicle, the 1992 Infiniti, has never been located, which is a particularly puzzling aspect of the case. The complete lack of communication from Harris, combined with the fact that his car is also missing, has led to a variety of theories, but none have been substantiated. The Baltimore Police Department continues to hold the case file, hoping that someone will eventually come forward with the piece of information that could finally shed light on what happened to James Allen Harris on that snowy day in March of 1996. The case serves as a somber reminder of a man who went to work one morning and inexplicably never returned, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew him.

Last Seen: Mar 8, 1996

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 — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
UP111019 • Found Apr 14, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 31
Race 100%Black
Location 93%35 mi away
TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
Height 100%6'0"–6'2" vs 6'0"
Weight 96%190–195 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
84%Moderate
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP2741
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP2741 • Found Jan 8, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%177 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 93%35 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%140–145 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP2658 • Found Apr 13, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Birdsboro, Pennsylvania
UP12188 • Found Jun 24, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 81%80 mi away
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
Weight 84%200 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP16615 • Found Dec 29, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31
Race 100%Black
Location 79%87 mi away
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 90%135 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP1389
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP1389 • Found Jul 28, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 19–29 vs 31
Race 100%Black
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 0%367 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6912
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6912 • Found May 28, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 31
Race 100%Black
Location 61%169 mi away
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP883 • Found Mar 2, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 70%211 lb vs 160–170 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Atlantic City, New Jersey
UP1690 • Found Jan 20, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 72%117 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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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