The person at the center of this case
Michael Dotzler
Missing Person · Open
2 years waiting · since 2024
Missing Person: Michael Dotzler
Justice for Michael Dotzler — the trail went cold in 2024, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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evidence
Lead #1Why was Michael's vehicle at the East Marina and what evidence suggests he entered the water?
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location
Lead #2Were there witnesses at or near the East Marina on January 17, 2024?
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clue
Lead #3What circumstances led to Michael being at Point Lookout that day?
Michael Dotzler, a 58-year-old man, went missing on January 17, 2024, from Point Lookout, Nassau County, New York. His vehicle was discovered at the East Marina, and investigators believe he may have fallen into the water. Despite the discovery of his vehicle, Michael's whereabouts and fate remain unknown, and authorities continue to seek information from the public.
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witness
Lead #4Did anyone see Michael or his vehicle between his last known contact and the vehicle discovery?
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NamUs case MP115918. Missing person: Michael Dotzler.
Last known contact: 2024-01-17 in Point Lookout, Nassau, NY. Circumstances: Missing vehicle was located at the East Marina in Point Lookout.
Michael possibly fell in the water. Demographics: 58 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 170 lbs, hair: White, eyes: Hazel. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Navy blue baseball cap; Clothing: Navy blue jacket with a hood, waist length Jeans; Footwear: Black sneakers with white trim.
Investigating agency: Nassau County Police Department | 2024CR305747.
Timeline of Events
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2024-01-17
Michael Dotzler goes missing
Last known contact on January 17, 2024 in Point Lookout, Nassau County, NY
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2024-01-17
Vehicle discovered at East Marina
Missing vehicle was located at the East Marina in Point Lookout, suggesting possible water incident
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2024
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2024
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5165738800
You can remain anonymous