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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP35420) and 2 other sources
Roberto Franco, age 54, was last seen on August 8, 1985, in Miami, Florida. Originally from Cuba, Franco had migrated to the United States in 1971 with his family. On the day of his disappearance, he informed his wife that he was going to a local bakery and then planned to visit a friend in the area. Franco was driving a blue 1980 or 1981 Chevrolet pickup truck with a camper shell at the time.

A few days later, Franco's truck was found abandoned near Southwest 186th Street and South Dixie Highway. However, there was no sign of him, and he has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, Franco was wearing a white shirt and blue work pants. He was also missing part of his right middle finger.

Authorities suspect foul play may be involved in his case, but despite extensive investigation, his disappearance remains unsolved.

Last Seen: Aug 8, 1985

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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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida
UP13711 • Found Apr 15, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 89%126 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Hialeah, Florida - unidentified case UP6299
John Doe — Hialeah, Florida
UP6299 • Found Dec 4, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 93%129 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP6498
John Doe — Florida
UP6498 • Found Apr 7, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 60–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 68%110 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida
UP1227 • Found May 30, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 54
Race 100%White
Location 78%88 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5324
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5324 • Found Jun 6, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 90%127 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP7907
John Doe — Florida
UP7907 • Found Aug 13, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 84%188 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1034
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1034 • Found Oct 26, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 54–71 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 59%105 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Broward, Florida
UP1144 • Found Dec 14, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 150–160 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1218
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1218 • Found Apr 1, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 20–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 100%162 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP6721
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP6721 • Found Dec 20, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%24 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–5'4"
Weight 75%115 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 70%Gray 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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