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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP155970)
An 82-year-old man, Joseph Alan Whitaker, was reported missing from Dallas, Texas, after his last contact on October 1, 2025. The Dallas Police Department is investigating his disappearance, which has been registered under case number 170001-2025. At the time he went missing, Whitaker was described as a white male, standing at 5'11" and weighing approximately 170 pounds. He has white hair and brown eyes.

The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain limited, with official records simply stating that the last contact with him was in October of 2025. His case was officially created and published in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System on February 26, 2026, under case number MP155970. His last known location was in the 75241 zip code of Dallas, within Dallas County.

Now 83 years old, Joseph Whitaker's case is being handled by the Dallas Police Department's missing persons unit. The public has been provided with contact information for the department for anyone who might have information regarding his whereabouts. The general email for the missing persons unit is [email protected], and their main phone number is 214-671-4268. There is no information available regarding any distinctive physical features, clothing, or accessories he may have had at the time of his disappearance.

Last Seen: Oct 1, 2025

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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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Arlington, Texas
UP161734 • Found Jul 28, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 68–82 vs 82
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
Weight 0%47 lb vs 170 lb

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.