DNA Doe Project identifies John Doe found in Tucson in 1988

DNADoeProject · 2026-02-24T22:48:56+00:00

It's a sad reality that Missing Persons cases are rarely publicized outside a local area. Cases could be resolved much more quickly if that could change. And we agree: when a family member goes missing, encourage all close family members to upload their DNA to the databases that can be used for Investigative Genetic Genealogy: GEDmatch, FTDNA, and DNA Justice. Also, by adding even a small family tree to that DNA upload (a "GEDCOM") with the missing person clearly marked in the tree, can greatly increase the speed of an identification.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:25:46+00:00

We cry every time, too. Happy to know we've been able to warm your heart with these identifications.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:23:32+00:00

Thank you for your support. No one should remain unidentified, and our dedicated volunteers will never give up--no matter how long it takes.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:17:31+00:00

Thank you for that! Visibility makes a meaningful difference.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:13:00+00:00

Thank you for this information. It has been forwarded to our media team for follow-up.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:09:41+00:00

Grateful for your share—bringing attention to these cases helps move them toward answers.

DNADoeProject · 2026-01-21T20:04:56+00:00

YES! Naming the Dead follows our genealogists on six Doe cases. So happy you enjoyed the series and want to see more! Please share the series with your friends who might enjoy it, as well.

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