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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP59707) and 5 other sources
Alan Robert Pete, a 50-year-old man from Milford, Massachusetts, was last seen on September 12, 2007. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a white male, 5'7" tall, weighing approximately 145 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. A distinctive feature was a tattoo of a cross with the name "Joseph" over it on his left arm. The circumstances surrounding his last known moments remain limited, with official sources stating only that he was "last seen in 2007". His case was formally entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System on August 28, 2019.

The evening he went missing, Alan's girlfriend of seven years grew concerned when he suddenly disappeared. Adding to the alarm, he had left behind essential personal items, including his medication for epilepsy and minor depression, as well as his dentures and wallet. This suggested that his departure was unplanned and not of his own volition. The Milford Police Department was notified and initiated a search for Alan. Investigators interviewed his girlfriend and neighbors to gather any information that might lead to his whereabouts. Search efforts included the use of police dogs, which covered an extensive area along the train tracks that Alan was known to frequent for walks.

Despite these initial efforts by law enforcement, the investigation into Alan Pete's disappearance has not yielded any significant breakthroughs. Over the years, his case has grown cold, leaving his family and friends without answers. The lack of new leads has made it difficult for investigators to piece together the events of that September day. The overview of the case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance of a man who required daily medication, with no clear indications of where he might have gone or what might have happened to him. The search for Alan has been a long and heart-wrenching ordeal for his loved ones, who continue to hope for any information that might bring them closure. His case remains an open and active missing person investigation with the Milford Police Department.

Last Seen: Sep 12, 2007

Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
UP57694 • Found Feb 18, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 97%162 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%Possible
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15715
John Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
UP15715 • Found Jul 20, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 60–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 70%181 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
78%Possible
John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14725
John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts
UP14725 • Found Dec 13, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 69%Est. 44–46 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 69%182 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Waterbury, Connecticut
UP94477 • Found Aug 13, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%88 mi away
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'7"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15890
John Doe — Everett, Massachusetts
UP15890 • Found May 2, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%30 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 52%5'11" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%157 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Worcester, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14205
John Doe — Worcester, Massachusetts
UP14205 • Found Jul 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–52 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 36%5'2" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 145 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP11411
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP11411 • Found Jan 12, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 64%153 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Hempstead, New York
UP8861 • Found Jan 3, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 66%147 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
75%Possible
John Doe — South Boston, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14514
John Doe — South Boston, Massachusetts
UP14514 • Found Apr 26, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 60–70 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 0%249 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP4883 • Found Sep 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 51%241 mi away
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 79%115 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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