John P. Katsilieris

Left and Center: John circa, 1985

Right: Age Progressed to age 41


Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

Missing Since: August 15, 1985

Missing From: Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois

Classification: Endangered Missing

Date Of Birth: February 4, 1968

Age: 17 years old

Height and Weight: 6’2″ and 160 pounds

Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian Male, Brown hair, Blue eyes, John might have a mustache, beard, or goatee

Clothing/Jewelry Description: A pair of blue jeans and sneakers

NCMEC Number: 767896


Details of Disappearance

John was last seen in Oak Park, Illinois at some point in August of 1985. He left his family’s residence and had 5 guitars with him at the time. He was last known to be in Santa Ana, California on August 15th.

He disappeared under suspicious circumstances and has never been seen or heard from again. His case remains unsolved and little information is available.


Investigating Agency

If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Santa Ana Police Department 714-834-4211


Source Information

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The Charley Project

The Doe Network

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