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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23075) and 4 other sources
In the late autumn of 2013, a 54-year-old man named Eddie James Braxton vanished from the city of Detroit, Michigan. On November 26th of that year, he was last seen, and then, without a trace, his presence in the lives of those who knew him ceased. Eddie, an African-American man standing at a height of six feet one inch and weighing around 215 pounds, was a familiar face in his community. On the day he disappeared, he was dressed for the chill of a late November day in Michigan, wearing an olive green coat, a red long-sleeved thermal shirt, and black cargo jogging pants with a speckled print. Completing his attire were brown winter boots and either a black or brown winter hat. His appearance was distinct, with a shaved head and a goatee at the time he went missing.

The circumstances surrounding Eddie Braxton's disappearance remain shrouded in mystery, with very few details available to the public. It is known that he did not own a vehicle and relied on the city's bus system for transportation, a detail that paints a picture of his daily life and routine. His reliance on public transport suggests a life lived within the rhythm of the city, a rhythm that was abruptly silenced. The Warren Police Department in Michigan is handling the investigation into his disappearance, a difficult task given the limited information that has surfaced since he was last seen. The absence of concrete leads and the passage of time have only deepened the void left by his sudden departure.

The case of Eddie Braxton is a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing, leaving behind families and communities to grapple with unanswered questions. His disappearance is marked by a lack of discernible clues, a cold trail that has frustrated investigative efforts. The known facts are sparse: his last known location in a major city, the clothes he was wearing, and his mode of transportation. Beyond these fragments, there is only silence. The investigation continues, a quiet and persistent search for a man who, one autumn day, simply was no longer there. The overview of his case is one of an ordinary man who vanished without explanation, a deeply concerning situation that has left a lasting impact on those who await any news of his whereabouts.

Last Seen: Nov 26, 2013

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP75179
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP75179 • Found Jul 14, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%6'3" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%214 lb vs 215 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP53194
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP53194 • Found Oct 26, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–53 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 6'1"
79%Possible
John Doe — Highland Park, Michigan
UP17205 • Found Nov 8, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2"–6'8" vs 6'1"
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP17123 • Found Sep 22, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 6'1"
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP14804
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP14804 • Found Jan 22, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
Weight 78%170 lb vs 215 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP12768 • Found Feb 12, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 54
Race 100%Black
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Weight 0%65 lb vs 215 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP61455 • Found Nov 1, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 6'1"
77%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP13877
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP13877 • Found Mar 22, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP109411
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP109411 • Found Jul 19, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'1"
Weight 16%120 lb vs 215 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP106113 • Found May 28, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%199 lb vs 215 lb

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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