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William Edwards Missing Person Case

Last seen in Napa, California on Jun 1, 2006

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Feb 16, 2024

William

Edwards

72

52

71 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 1, 2006

Napa

California

Napa County

94559

No

132812

Napa Police Department

Napa

California

Napa County

94559

Tyler Olson

Detective

1539 First Street, California

7072579223

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityofnapa.org/323/Police-Department/

NPD11002651

Apr 27, 2011

Napa Police Department

3537

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP112818) and 2 other sources
William Edwards, aged 52, was last seen on June 1, 2006, in Napa, California. Few details are available about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. His case remains unresolved, and there have been no significant developments over the years. Edwards' disappearance is part of ongoing investigations in missing persons databases, where he is still listed as missing.

Authorities have not released additional information that might indicate foul play or any potential sightings. The Napa law enforcement agencies continue to seek tips or clues that might help locate him or explain the circumstances of his disappearance. Family members and the police encourage the public to come forward with any information that could assist in the case.
Last Seen: Jun 1, 2006

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    • 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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Sausalito, California
    UP12220 • Found May 15, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%27 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 80%180 lb vs 150 lb
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP91361 • Found Feb 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 63%191 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP12992
    John Doe — Berkeley, California
    UP12992 • Found Nov 2, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 76%117 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5965 • Found Dec 27, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 52
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP5964 • Found Jun 27, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 43–60 vs 52
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California - unidentified case UP59937
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP59937 • Found Sep 29, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 73%115 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Francisco, California - unidentified case UP146037
    John Doe — San Francisco, California
    UP146037 • Found Oct 10, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%36 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 89%127 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP57876
    John Doe — San Jose, California
    UP57876 • Found Oct 15, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%66 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 0%260 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Stockton, California
    UP87371 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 87%59 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%161–170 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Milpitas, California
    UP72156 • Found Jun 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'11"

    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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