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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37248) and 5 other sources
In the heart of Selma, Alabama, a young man's life took an uncertain turn, leaving a void of unanswered questions for his family and community. Eric Bolden, a 19-year-old African American male, was last seen on January 4, 2002. The day he vanished began like any other, but ended with his sudden and inexplicable absence. The circumstances surrounding the moment he was last seen are shrouded in mystery, with very few details ever coming to light. His disappearance marked the beginning of a long and painful journey for those who knew and loved him, a journey with no clear path or destination. The lack of information has made the search for answers exceedingly difficult, leaving a community to wonder what could have happened to the young man who one day simply was no longer there.

At the time he went missing, Eric was described as being approximately 6 feet tall and weighing around 140 pounds. This basic physical description is one of the few concrete pieces of information available to the public and to law enforcement. Unfortunately, crucial details that could aid in identifying him, such as the color of his hair and eyes, are not widely known and are often listed as 'unknown' in official records. Furthermore, there is no available information about the clothing he was wearing on the day he disappeared. This scarcity of descriptive details has presented a significant challenge to the investigation, as it limits the ability of the public to provide meaningful tips or recognize him. The absence of these key identifiers has compounded the difficulty in an already heart-wrenching situation.

The investigation into Eric Bolden's disappearance was initiated by the Selma Police Department and remains an active case. Over the years, efforts have been made to uncover what happened, but significant leads have failed to surface. His case has been entered into national databases for missing persons, ensuring that his information is available to law enforcement agencies across the country. Despite the passage of time, the search for Eric continues, a quiet but persistent effort to bring him home or at the very least, provide his family with the solace of truth. The case is a somber reminder of the ambiguity that often surrounds missing persons investigations, where the lack of evidence and information creates a painful and enduring mystery for all involved.

Last Seen: Jan 4, 2002

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP10228
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP10228 • Found Apr 7, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–29 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 59%178 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%127 lb vs 140 lb

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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