The person at the center of this case
Gerard Grayson
Missing Person · Open
14 years waiting · since 2012
Missing Person: Gerard Grayson
Justice for Gerard Grayson — the trail went cold in 2012, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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vehicle
Lead #1Why did Gerard leave his vehicle in Costa Mesa rather than Anaheim? Does this indicate his intended destination or a change in plans?
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clue
Lead #2What prompted Gerard to take extra clothing? Was he planning a trip, fleeing a situation, or experiencing a mental health crisis?
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timeline
Lead #3Why was the case not reported to police until January 31, 2012—nearly three weeks after his disappearance?
Gerard Grayson, a 73-year-old man, left his home in Anaheim, California on January 12, 2012, in his 2006 Toyota Camry with extra clothing, and has not been seen or heard from since. His vehicle was later located in Costa Mesa by his daughter, but Grayson himself remains missing after more than a decade. The circumstances of his departure—taking extra clothing and leaving without explanation—suggest he may have left voluntarily, but his prolonged absence and lack of contact raise serious concerns about his welfare.
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witness
Lead #4Has anyone reported seeing Gerard or his vehicle between Anaheim and Costa Mesa on or after January 12, 2012?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP97385. Missing person: Gerard Grayson.
Last known contact: 2012-01-12 in Anaheim, Orange, CA. Circumstances: Gerard Grayson left his home on 1/12/2012 in his 2006 Toyota Camry.
He took extra clothing with him. Her daughter located the vehicle in Costa Mesa in 2012 and the car is no longer missing with him.
Grayson has not been seen or heard from since he left in 2012. Demographics: 73 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 6 ft 0 in, 186 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Green. Investigating agency: Anaheim Police Department | 12-15137 | 2012-01-31.
Timeline of Events
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2012-01-12
Gerard Grayson Disappears
Gerard Grayson left his home in Anaheim in his 2006 Toyota Camry with extra clothing and has not been seen or heard from since.
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2012-01-31
Case Reported to Anaheim Police
Anaheim Police Department opened case MP97385 / 12-15137 on January 31, 2012.
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2012
Vehicle Located in Costa Mesa
Gerard Grayson's 2006 Toyota Camry was located in Costa Mesa by his daughter.
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Case Information
Incident:January 12, 2012
Last Updated:August 24, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 12, 2012
Last Updated:August 24, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7147651900
You can remain anonymous