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Rene Gonzalez Missing Person Case

Last seen in West New York, New Jersey on Feb 25, 1993

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Sep 25, 2015

Jan 4, 2024

Rene

Gonzalez

94

61

65 inches

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 25, 1993

West New York

New Jersey

Hudson County

17248

North Bergen Police Department

North Bergen

New Jersey

Hudson County

07047

Peter Insetta

Sergeant

4233 Kennedy Blvd, New Jersey

2013922100

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.northbergenpolice.com/

N1309/15077709

Mar 2, 1993

North Bergen Police Department

Black

Black

Black

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP30343) and 5 other sources
Rene Gonzalez, a 61-year-old man, was last seen in West New York, New Jersey, on February 25, 1993. On that day, he was observed boarding a bus that was headed to Miami, Florida. Mr. Gonzalez was dressed in a gray two-piece suit, a plaid shirt, and black dress shoes. He was also carrying a small brown and maroon bag and wearing either a Seiko or Timex watch. He never reached his destination in Florida and was never heard from again, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions.

Mr. Gonzalez is described as a Hispanic/Latino and White/Caucasian male, standing at 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing approximately 165 pounds. He had black hair and black eyes. Notably, he had several distinguishing physical features, including scars on his arm, right calf, chin, and right leg, as well as a lipoma on his right scapula. He also had significant vision impairment; he was legally blind in his right eye and had poor vision in his left eye, which was possibly due to a diagnosed brain tumor. The North Bergen Police Department has been handling the investigation into his disappearance.

The circumstances surrounding Rene Gonzalez's disappearance remain unclear, and very few details about the case are publicly available. Despite the passage of time, his case remains an active missing person investigation. The lack of significant leads or new information over the years has been a source of ongoing distress for those who knew him. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving a void in the lives of their families and communities. The investigation into what happened to Rene Gonzalez after he boarded that Miami-bound bus continues.
Last Seen: Feb 25, 1993

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP30343
  • 6325DMNJ - Rene Gonzalez - Doe Network
  • Site Updates - Doe Network
  • 10 years of MISSING IN AMERICA - NBC News
  • Rene Gonzalez Biography

    • 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 — Newark, New Jersey
    UP1725 • Found Mar 30, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 65 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%159 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7748
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP7748 • Found Sep 10, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 93%Est. 45–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 90%140 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7813
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7813 • Found Jun 9, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6017
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6017 • Found Jan 17, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6802
    John Doe — Queens, New York
    UP6802 • Found Mar 24, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 97%184 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6800
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6800 • Found Feb 18, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%10 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 90%140 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6799
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP6799 • Found Feb 10, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP8024
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP8024 • Found Dec 6, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 61
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"
    Weight 67%122 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey - unidentified case UP17386
    John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey
    UP17386 • Found Jul 23, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP11411
    John Doe — Queens, New York
    UP11411 • Found Jan 12, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away
    TimingFound 20 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 98%147 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black

    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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