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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP54092) and 4 other sources
In the autumn of 2018, concern began to grow for the well-being of 41-year-old Sterling T. Chatma. A resident of Allentown, Pennsylvania, he was a man whose sudden absence would leave a void in the lives of those who knew him. The last confirmed sighting of Sterling was on November 4th, 2018. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Black / African American male, standing at 5'11' and weighing between 170 and 210 pounds. He had both brown hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his last known moments remain unclear, adding a layer of painful uncertainty for his loved ones and the community. The Allentown Police Department was tasked with the investigation into his disappearance, a case that would remain open and active.

Details regarding what Sterling was wearing at the time he went missing have not been widely publicized, nor have any specific or distinctive physical features that could aid in his identification. The lack of such information can often complicate efforts to locate a missing individual, leaving investigators and the public with a more challenging task. As time passed, the silence and lack of updates only deepened the mystery surrounding his case. His disappearance was registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under case number MP54092, ensuring his information was accessible to law enforcement agencies nationwide. This step is a standard and crucial procedure in missing persons cases, creating a centralized database for cross-referencing and information sharing.

The investigation into Sterling Chatma's disappearance is being handled by the Allentown Police Department. As with any missing person's case, the primary goal is to uncover any information that could lead to his whereabouts and bring him home. The case remains a poignant reminder of the many individuals who vanish, leaving behind unanswered questions and a community hoping for a resolution. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance, with limited public information available to detail the specific events leading up to the last time he was seen. The efforts to find him continue, fueled by the hope that someone, somewhere, has the information that will solve this distressing mystery.

Last Seen: Nov 4, 2018

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 — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP95929 • Found Aug 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 43–58 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%190 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP82201
John Doe — New York, New York
UP82201 • Found Jul 4, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 81%77 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 95%146 lb vs 170–210 lb
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP161561 • Found Aug 4, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 86%242 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP102967 • Found Apr 17, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%6'1"–6'3" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%225–235 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP73621
John Doe — New York, New York
UP73621 • Found Sep 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 81%80 mi away
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%221 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP96243
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP96243 • Found Dec 6, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 79%85 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP69220
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP69220 • Found May 9, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 45–65 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 80%84 mi away
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 92%237 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP121067
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP121067 • Found Apr 25, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 81%80 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Kew Gardens, New York - unidentified case UP76663
John Doe — Kew Gardens, New York
UP76663 • Found Dec 14, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 79%86 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 59%115 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP76881
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP76881 • Found Nov 16, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 61%Est. 50–75 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 81%80 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%158 lb vs 170–210 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 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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