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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37825) and 9 other sources
On a spring day in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, 50-year-old Michael Carty was last seen on March 19, 2017. Concerns for his well-being arose after his family received a troubling email from him, which prompted them to contact the Middle Township Police Department. At the time of his disappearance, Michael was driving a white 2014 Chevrolet Cruze with New Jersey license plate number N40EUF. A license plate reader captured an image of his vehicle in the local area at approximately 2:30 p.m. on the day he was last seen, but his ultimate destination remained unknown. This unsettling series of events marked the beginning of a prolonged and anxious search for the missing man.

Michael is described as a white male, standing 6 feet tall and weighing around 181 pounds. He had brown hair, which he kept shaved, and brown eyes. At the time he went missing, he was letting his gray hair grow in and was unshaven. He has a scar on his right knee. The clothing he was wearing on the day of his disappearance is unknown, though it was reported that he often wore baggy clothes due to recent weight loss. He was also known to frequently wear black and white Vans sneakers. While he had prescription eyewear, he rarely used it. His personal belongings, including his wallet and cell phone, were reportedly left behind, adding another layer of concern for his family and investigators.

The investigation into Michael's disappearance has been ongoing since March 2017. The Middle Township Police Department has been the lead agency, entering his case into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. Despite efforts to locate him and his vehicle, there have been few leads to follow. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance, particularly the distressing email he sent to his family, have led to fears for his safety and welfare. The case remains a painful and unresolved chapter for his loved ones, who continue to hope for answers and his safe return. An overview of the case is that Michael Carty vanished after sending a disturbing email to his family, with his last known location being traced through a license plate reader in the jurisdiction of Middle Township, New Jersey.

Last Seen: Mar 19, 2017

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP70353 • Found May 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%64 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%166 lb vs 181 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP101001 • Found Feb 28, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 84%67 mi away
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 6'0"
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP55994 • Found Sep 22, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 84%66 mi away
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 52%5'6"–5'8" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 181 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey
UP64638 • Found Sep 4, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4"–5'10" vs 6'0"
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP50249
John Doe — New York, New York
UP50249 • Found Apr 24, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%120 mi away
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%177 lb vs 181 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP17665 • Found Oct 27, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 85%65 mi away
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP151698
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP151698 • Found Oct 13, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%64 mi away
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 52%5'6"–5'8" vs 6'0"
Weight 91%150–155 lb vs 181 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Hollis, New York - unidentified case UP17867
John Doe — Hollis, New York
UP17867 • Found Apr 3, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 70%126 mi away
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 84%6'2" vs 6'0"
Weight 41%245 lb vs 181 lb
Hair 100%Brown 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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