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Ernest Edmonds Missing Person Case

Last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Dec 31, 1989

Victim Details

Jan 21, 2015

Apr 27, 2021

Ernest

Edmonds

72

36

69 inches

73 inches

140 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Dec 31, 1989

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

No

16187

Philadelphia Police Department

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

19125

Viviana Reyes

Detective

300 East Hunting Park Avenue, Pennsylvania

2156863093

Local

Law Enforcement

1990-18-000669

Jan 3, 1990

Philadelphia Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

No

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP27484) and 1 other source
On New Year's Eve 1989, a 36-year-old man named Ernest Edmonds was last seen leaving his residence in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Black / African American male, standing somewhere between 5'9' and 6'1' tall and weighing around 140 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. When he left his home that evening, he was reportedly wearing navy blue pants, a rust-colored wool coat, and black sneakers. Since that winter night, he has not been seen or heard from again.

The circumstances surrounding Ernest Edmonds's disappearance remain shrouded in mystery, with very few details available to the public. He vanished without a trace, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions that have lingered for decades. The Philadelphia Police Department opened an investigation into his case, but the years have passed without any significant breakthroughs. Despite the passage of time, his case remains open, a testament to the enduring hope of finding answers.

The investigation into what happened to Ernest Edmonds is ongoing, and his information has been entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. This national database serves as a crucial resource for law enforcement agencies and families of the missing, providing a centralized location for information that could potentially lead to a resolution. The lack of concrete details has made the search for Ernest particularly challenging, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew him. His disappearance is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish each year, and the profound impact these unresolved cases have on families and communities.
Last Seen: Dec 31, 1989

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP27484 | NamUs

    • 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.

    88%Strong
    John Doe — Deptford, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1627
    John Doe — Deptford, New Jersey
    UP1627 • Found Jan 30, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 36
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%9 mi away
    TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 99%155–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP55416 • Found Apr 11, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%1 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'1" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 60%180–210 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP58888 • Found Apr 25, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0"–6'4" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 40%190–210 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7394
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP7394 • Found Jul 1, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 81%80 mi away
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%130 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Newark, New Jersey
    UP1465 • Found May 27, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%75 mi away
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%126 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP8198
    John Doe — Queens, New York
    UP8198 • Found Feb 28, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 36
    Race 100%Black
    Location 78%90 mi away
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%128 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Allentown, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16506
    John Doe — Allentown, Pennsylvania
    UP16506 • Found Apr 28, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7496
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7496 • Found Aug 12, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 80%84 mi away
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'2" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 91%160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7490
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7490 • Found Jun 27, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 79%85 mi away
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7479
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7479 • Found Jun 9, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 79%85 mi away
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–6'1"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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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