
The person at the center of this case
Dwayne David Defazio
Justice for Dwayne David Defazio — the trail went cold in 1989, but the truth hasn't.
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What circumstances led to Defazio's disappearance on May 27, 1989?
Who was with Defazio or saw him on the day he disappeared?
Defazio was wearing distinctive jewelry including a gold-colored chain with Italian horn charm and a nugget ring—has anyone encountered these items?
Dwayne David Defazio, a 25-year-old white male, was last seen on May 27, 1989, in Winter Park, Florida, and has never been heard from since. He disappeared without explanation nearly 35 years ago, leaving behind unanswered questions about his fate. The Orange County Sheriff's Office continues to seek information from anyone who may have encountered Defazio or have details about his disappearance.
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NamUs case MP3129. Missing person: Dwayne David Defazio.
Last known contact: 1989-05-28 in Winter Park, Orange, FL. Circumstances: Defazio was last seen on May 27, 1989.
Defazio has never been heard from again. Demographics: 25 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 170 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Eyewear: Gold-Colored Wire Rim Glasses; Jewelry: Gold-colored chain with Italian horn charm; nugget ring on unspecified pinkie finger.
Investigating agency: Orange County Sheriff's Office | 89123820 | 1989-05-31.
Dwayne David Defazio was last seen in Winter Park, Orange County, Florida.
Orange County Sheriff's Office initiated investigation into Defazio's disappearance.
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