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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP140820)
Sylvester Theodore Burns, aged 52, was reported missing from Lake City, Texas, on July 23, 2020. His case is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System which serves as a central repository for information on missing individuals. Details about his physical appearance, distinctive features, and circumstances surrounding his disappearance are documented in the NamUs database.

The Texas Department of Public Safety also includes Sylvester Burns in its Missing Persons Clearinghouse. This clearinghouse was established to assist law enforcement agencies and the public in locating missing individuals. It provides resources such as DNA databases and partnerships with institutions like the University of North Texas Center for Human Identification to help link missing persons to unidentified remains.

Efforts to locate Sylvester Burns have involved collaboration between various agencies and the use of advanced identification techniques. Despite these efforts, his case remains unresolved, highlighting the challenges faced in missing person investigations. The public is encouraged to report any information that could aid in locating him or provide closure to his family.

Last Seen: Jul 23, 2020

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Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP138984 • Found Jan 31, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 97%Est. 57–70 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%108 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 6'3"

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.