The Doe Network:
Case File 12DMPA

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Left: Lango in 1987; Right: Age-Progression to 32 years.

John Francis Lango
Missing since January 1, 1988 from Pottsville, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

  • Date Of Birth: February 5, 1970
  • Age at Time of Disappearance: 17 years old
  • Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 6'1; 185 lbs
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: White male. Red hair; blue eyes.
  • Marks, Scars: A burn scar on his upper right arm.
  • Clothing: A gray jacket, jeans and tennis shoes.
  • DNA: mtDNA available

    Circumstances of Disappearance
    Lango was last seen leaving his home at midnight on January 1, 1988 (New Year's Day).

    Investigators
    If you have any information on this case, please contact:
    Pottsville Police Department
    Detective Dove
    570-622-1234
    E-Mail

    NCMEC #: NCMC601795

    NCIC Number: M-376251763
    Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

    Source Information: The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children

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