
The person at the center of this case
Michael Patrick Flynn
Justice for Michael Patrick Flynn — the trail went cold in 2016, but the truth hasn't.
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Why was the case assigned to the Homicide Bureau rather than Missing Persons? Does this suggest foul play was suspected?
What specific hiking trails near Llano were searched, and were there any signs of his presence in those areas?
His distinctive lime green Keens and grey North Face jacket should have made him relatively visible—were there any reported sightings in the weeks following his disappearance?
Michael Patrick Flynn, a 63-year-old man, disappeared on May 1, 2016, from Llano, Los Angeles, California, possibly while hiking near his home. He was last seen carrying hiking gear including a black backpack, sleeping bag, and map, dressed in distinctive lime green Keens and a grey North Face fleece jacket. Despite the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department investigation, his whereabouts remain unknown, and anyone with information about his disappearance is urged to contact authorities.
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NamUs case MP36357. Missing person: Michael Patrick Flynn.
Last known contact: 2016-05-01 in Llano, Los Angeles, CA. Circumstances: Michael was last seen in Llano, California on May 1, 2016.
He possibly went hiking near his home but this cannot be confirmed. Demographics: 63 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 4 in, 135 lbs, hair: Sandy, eyes: Blue. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Carried a map, journal, a book or two, black backpack, sleeping bag; Clothing: Probably lime green Keens, grey Northface fleece jacket, visor, black hat or ivy cap.
Carried a black backpack or green duffle, sleeping bag; Eyewear: One contact or glasses; Footwear: Lime green Keens; Jewelry: None. Investigating agency: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau | 16-07348-26 | 2016-05-20.
Michael Patrick Flynn was last seen in Llano, Los Angeles, CA on May 1, 2016. He possibly went hiking near his home but this cannot be confirmed.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau opened investigation case MP36357.
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