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Abu-bakr Muhammed Missing Person Case

Last seen in Glassboro, New Jersey on Mar 21, 2015

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Victim Details

Nov 25, 2015

Jan 9, 2024

Abu-bakr

Muhammed

72

61

69 inches

71 inches

165 lbs

175 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Mar 21, 2015

Glassboro

New Jersey

Gloucester County

08028

45615

Glassboro Police Department

Glassboro

New Jersey

Gloucester County

08028

Jack Manning

Detective

1 South Main Street, New Jersey

8568811501

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.glassboropd.org/about-us/

15-007823

Mar 22, 2015

Glassboro Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP31163) and 3 other sources
In the community of Glassboro, New Jersey, concerns grew for the well-being of Abu-Bakr S Muhammed, a 61-year-old man who was last seen on a late winter evening. The day he went missing, March 21, 2015, marked the beginning of a long and worrying period for those who knew him. Abu-Bakr, who also went by the name Earnest Bryant, was a resident of a local nursing facility. It is understood that he walked away from the facility, which was the last time he was officially seen. His absence was noted, and a report was filed with the Glassboro Police Department the following day, sparking an investigation into his whereabouts.

Known to be a familiar face in both Salem and Camden Counties, there was hope that Abu-Bakr might have traveled to one of these areas he was known to frequent. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Black male, standing between 5'9' and 5'11' tall, and weighing between 165 and 175 pounds. He had black hair with some gray, and a large mole on his right cheek was a notable distinguishing feature. Those who knew him mentioned that he often wore an Islamic head-covering and used glasses. The circumstances surrounding why he left the nursing facility remain unclear, adding a layer of complexity to the efforts to find him.

As time has passed, the case of Abu-Bakr S Muhammed has remained open, a lingering question for his community and law enforcement. The lack of concrete leads or new information has made the search particularly challenging. The initial report and subsequent investigation have kept his case in the public eye through databases for missing persons, ensuring that he is not forgotten. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance. With no clear indication of his intentions or destination after leaving the nursing home, the path to finding answers has been fraught with uncertainty, leaving a void for those awaiting news.
Last Seen: Mar 21, 2015

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • Muhammed Abu-Bakr, age 57 - National Gun Violence Memorial
  • Abu-Bakr S. Muhammed | Missing Person | CrimeTea

    • 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP14175 • Found Jun 7, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 61
    Race 100%Black
    Location 97%22 mi away
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP155373 • Found Feb 9, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 97%20 mi away
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 92%141 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP71012
    John Doe — Queens, New York
    UP71012 • Found Apr 10, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 75%100 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%166 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP16878
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP16878 • Found Jul 4, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 77%91 mi away
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 91%200 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16188
    John Doe — New York
    UP16188 • Found Aug 16, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 76%95 mi away
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP76881
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP76881 • Found Nov 16, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 77%92 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP95929 • Found Aug 24, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 79%Est. 43–58 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 96%24 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%190 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 40%Bald vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP77552
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP77552 • Found Jan 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 78%91 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%186 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP67295
    John Doe — Bronx, New York
    UP67295 • Found May 13, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 74%103 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 74%126 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP89681
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP89681 • Found Feb 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–75 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 77%93 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%164 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 40%Bald vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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