Left: Michael, circa 1971;
Right: Age-progression to age 51 (circa 2007)
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: March 17, 1971 from Oroville, California Classification: Endangered Missing Date Of Birth: May 21, 1956 Age: 14 years old Height and Weight: 5'9 - 6'0, 160 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Black hair, brown eyes. Michael has a surgical scar on the left side of his chest from partial lung removal, and a a small scar near his right eye. He is left-handed. His nickname is Mike. Clothing/Jewelry Description: A blue sweater, green pants and brown suede shoes.
Details of Disappearance
Michael was last seen leaving his home on Clement Drive in Oroville, California on March 17, 1971. He was planning to walk down Lower Wyandotte to Central Middle School, but never arrived and has never been heard from again. Foul play is suspected in Michael's case. He is not believed to have left of his own accord, as he had no history of such behavior and was not having any personal problems at the time of his disappearance. He was, however, reportedly attacked by some boys from his school a few days before he went missing. Michael's case remains unsolved.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 7 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated May 21, 2011; distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Butte County Sheriff's Department
530-538-7321
California Attorney General's Office
The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children
ABC News 10
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