Michael Joseph Donohue

Donohue, circa 2005

  • Missing Since 01/16/2005
  • Missing From Santa Cruz, California
  • Classification Endangered Missing
  • Sex Male
  • Race White
  • Date of Birth 11/20/1956 (69)
  • Age 48 years old
  • Height and Weight 5'11, 160 pounds
  • Clothing/Jewelry Description A white t-shirt, blue jeans and brown shoes.
  • Distinguishing Characteristics White male. Blonde hair, blue eyes. Donohue has a heart tattooed on his left arm.

Details of Disappearance

Donohue was last seen in Santa Cruz, California on January 16, 2005; he sent his family an email that day. He may have been en route to Bonny Doon, California or Saratoga, California. He has never been heard from again. In June 2005, his vehicle was found abandoned in Santa Cruz; it had been parked at that location for several months at least. Few details are available in his case.

Investigating Agency

  • Santa Cruz Police Department 831-420-5870

Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated June 2, 2026; details of disappearance updated.