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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP41075) and 2 other sources
In the quiet borough of Queens, New York, an elderly man named Ghulam Muhammad vanished in the cold of January 2015, leaving his family suspended in a state of unresolved worry. At 74 years old, Mr. Muhammad was a frail gentleman, beginning to show signs of forgetfulness and other health concerns. He was last seen in the Jamaica neighborhood, a place he called home. His disappearance was not immediately alarming to his loved ones, as he was known to take frequent trips to his native Lahore, Pakistan, often to escape the harsh New York winters. This pattern of travel initially offered a plausible explanation for his absence, a comforting thought that he was simply in a warmer, familiar place.

As time stretched on with no word, the initial assumption that he was safely abroad began to crumble. His family’s concern grew when they realized his U.S. passport had not been used since December of 2014, and their relatives in Pakistan confirmed they had not seen or heard from him. The New York City Police Department was notified, and an investigation into his disappearance was launched. Mr. Muhammad was described as having a dark-medium complexion, with gray hair, a grey beard and mustache, and brown eyes that had become somewhat milky with age. He had some difficulty hearing and was often seen in disheveled clothing, including a large, somewhat soiled beige coat, a winter hat, and a scarf.

The days turned into weeks, and the weeks into years, with no sign of Ghulam Muhammad. The investigation by the New York Police Department has yet to yield any significant leads, leaving his case unsolved and his family in a painful state of limbo. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain a mystery. It is unclear what became of this elderly man after he was last seen. The lack of information has left his loved ones to grapple with the unknown, a heavy burden to carry as they continue to hope for answers and closure in the case of their missing father and relative.

Last Seen: Jan 15, 2015

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.

85%Strong
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16849
John Doe — New York
UP16849 • Found Feb 3, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 70–90 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 100%118 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Flushing, New York - unidentified case UP75563
John Doe — Flushing, New York
UP75563 • Found Nov 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 92%136 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP103845
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP103845 • Found May 10, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 55–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 99%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 0%199 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP88481
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP88481 • Found Sep 27, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 50–70 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%9 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 67%150 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP64067
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP64067 • Found Sep 7, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 100%103 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Baldwin, New York - unidentified case UP59343
John Doe — Baldwin, New York
UP59343 • Found Jul 7, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 87%139 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Flushing, New York - unidentified case UP84000
John Doe — Flushing, New York
UP84000 • Found Aug 5, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 96%134 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Elmhurst, New York - unidentified case UP53367
John Doe — Elmhurst, New York
UP53367 • Found Oct 2, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–90 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
76%Possible
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16119
John Doe — New York
UP16119 • Found Sep 24, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'8"
75%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP16648
John Doe — New York, New York
UP16648 • Found Feb 27, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 50–70 vs 74 when missing
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'5"–5'8"
Weight 94%135 lb vs 110–120 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
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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