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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP24697) and 1 other source
In the community of South Amboy, New Jersey, the story of Stephen F. Sciallo's disappearance is one that has lingered for years, marked by a quiet uncertainty. At the age of 50, Stephen vanished, leaving behind a life and a community that continues to seek answers. The last confirmed sighting of him was in South Amboy in the early spring of 2004. Details surrounding the specific circumstances of the day he was last seen are sparse, contributing to the enduring mystery of his case. At the time of his disappearance, Stephen was described as a Caucasian male, standing at 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing approximately 135 pounds. He had brown hair and brown eyes, with a noticeable scar on his forehead.

The investigation into Stephen's disappearance was handled by the South Amboy Police Department. Despite their efforts, concrete leads that could illuminate his whereabouts have been difficult to uncover. Information regarding what he was wearing at the time he went missing, or whether he had any personal belongings with him, has not been widely publicized. This lack of specific detail has made it challenging for both law enforcement and the public to piece together a timeline of his last known movements. Over the years, his case has been documented in various missing persons databases in the hope that new information might surface.

The passage of time has not diminished the hope for answers in Stephen Sciallo's case. His disappearance remains an open wound for those who knew him and for a community that has not forgotten one of its own. The case serves as a poignant reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind a void filled with questions and an ongoing search for closure. The overview of the case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance, with a lack of substantial evidence or witnesses to provide a clear direction for the investigation, leaving his family and community in a prolonged state of ambiguity.

Last Seen: Mar 8, 2004

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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.

87%Strong
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5617
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5617 • Found Mar 2, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 95%152 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
86%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5555
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5555 • Found Aug 7, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 98%150 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5541
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5541 • Found Jun 5, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP75898
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP75898 • Found Jul 3, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5218
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5218 • Found Mar 6, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 55–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%148 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5603
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5603 • Found Aug 5, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 83%160 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Woodbridge, New Jersey
UP1497 • Found Jan 17, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 57%175 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP4883 • Found Sep 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%58 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 90%115 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
Unidentified Person — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5639
Unidentified Person — Brooklyn, New York
UP5639 • Found Nov 6, 2005
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Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5655
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5655 • Found Apr 17, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away
TimingFound 6 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Hair 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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