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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP43195) and 3 other sources
On a late winter day, March 10, 1994, a 54-year-old man named David Stuart disappeared from the bustling streets of Manhattan, New York. At the time he went missing, he was described as a Caucasian male, standing five feet eight inches tall and weighing approximately 190 pounds. He had black hair, brown eyes, and wore a mustache. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unknown, leaving a void of information for those who may have known him. His case was opened with the New York City Police Department - Missing Persons Squad, but the trail seemingly went cold, with few public details available about the events leading up to the moment he was last seen.

The day he vanished, David was dressed in a manner that was both specific and stylish. He wore a black raincoat over a blue denim shirt and blue jeans, with white tube socks and black lizard boots. His attire was complemented by several distinctive pieces of jewelry that spoke to his personal taste. He had on a black lizard belt, a yellow metal Cartier bracelet, and another yellow metal bracelet adorned with a tiger eye. He also wore a bracelet featuring a Star of David and a chronological watch. These personal items, once part of his daily life, became the last known identifiers of a man who seemingly vanished without a trace from one of the world's busiest cities.

The investigation into David Stuart's disappearance has yielded very little information over the decades, and his case has become a silent testament to the many questions that can surround a person's life and sudden absence. With no specified circumstances of his disappearance, one can only imagine the uncertainty and concern that has followed. The official record simply states he is missing from Manhattan under unknown circumstances. The lack of public leads or reported sightings has left his case shrouded in mystery. The overview of this case is one of profound ambiguity; a man with a distinct appearance and personal style went about his day in a major metropolis and was never heard from again, leaving behind only a description of his last known clothing and a lingering, unanswered question of his whereabouts.

Last Seen: Mar 10, 1994

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.

88%Strong
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP7614
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP7614 • Found Oct 14, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 99%170 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
86%Strong
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7062
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7062 • Found Dec 11, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 94%165 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5762
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5762 • Found Feb 13, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%176 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6799
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6799 • Found Feb 10, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7748
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7748 • Found Sep 10, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 66%140 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7782
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7782 • Found Mar 24, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 days after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5701
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5701 • Found Jan 15, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%1 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 99%170 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7781
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7781 • Found Mar 13, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 days after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%190 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7425
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7425 • Found May 21, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%206 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP2693
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP2693 • Found Aug 29, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
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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