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Daniel Collins

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Daniel Collins

Case
#2398
SourceNamus MissingUpdated Aug 5, 2026
Watsonville Police Department
Missing Person ยท Open
25 years waiting ยท since 2001

Missing Person: Daniel Collins

Justice for Daniel Collins โ€” the trail went cold in 2001, but the truth hasn't.

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Key leads to think about

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Lead #1

What were Daniel's activities and plans on January 27, 2001?

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Lead #2

Who was the last person to see or speak with Daniel before his disappearance?

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Lead #3

Were there any signs of distress or unusual behavior in the days leading up to his disappearance?

Daniel Collins, a 23-year-old white male, was last seen on January 27, 2001 in Watsonville, California and has not been located since. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators have not determined whether he left voluntarily or met with foul play. Anyone with information about Daniel's whereabouts or activities on the day he vanished is urged to contact the Watsonville Police Department.

Case
#2398
SourceNamus MissingUpdated Aug 5, 2026
Watsonville Police Department

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More leads to consider

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Lead #4

Has Daniel attempted any contact with family or friends since January 2001?

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Source Narrative

NamUs case MP22164. Missing person: Daniel Collins.

Last known contact: 2001-01-27 in Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA. Circumstances: Daniel was last seen on January 27, 2001 in Watsonville, California.

Demographics: 23 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 6 ft 2 in, 250 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue.

Investigating agency: Watsonville Police Department | 01W-01199.

Timeline of Events

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2001-01-27

Last Known Contact

Daniel Collins was last seen in Watsonville, California on January 27, 2001.

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Case Information

Incident:January 27, 2001
Last Updated:September 27, 2026

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Case Information

Incident:January 27, 2001
Last Updated:September 27, 2026

Have Information?

Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.

Phone: 8314711151
You can remain anonymous