Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17909)
In the early spring of 2000, a sense of quiet normalcy still lingered in the community of Englewood, New Jersey. It was during this time that 55-year-old Edelmirio Becerra, also known to some as Delmirio, was last seen. The exact date of his disappearance remains uncertain, shrouded in the passage of time. One moment he was a presence in the lives of those who knew him, and the next, he was gone, leaving behind a void filled with unanswered questions and growing concern.
The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are unknown, adding a layer of deep unease to the mystery.
Edelmirio was a man with a distinct appearance. Of Hispanic and White/Caucasian descent, he stood somewhere between five feet nine and six feet three inches tall. His weight fluctuated between 135 and 195 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes, and often wore glasses. A particularly distinguishing feature was a partial amputation of his right index finger. On the day he vanished, there were two possible descriptions of his attire. One account recalls him in blue jeans, a blue and red striped t-shirt, and brown shoes. Another description suggests he may have been wearing a brown leather winter coat, a green checkered shirt, blue denim pants with a black leather belt, and black shoes. He also wore a gold ring and a gold watch, small but significant tokens of his life and identity.
Decades have passed since Edelmirio Becerra was last seen in Englewood. The Englewood City Police Department has been the investigating agency, but the trail has grown cold over the years. Despite the passage of time, efforts to bring closure to his case have not entirely ceased. In a significant development, DNA samples were collected from his son and daughter in Colombia in the fall of 2025, a testament to the enduring hope of his family. The case of Edelmirio Becerra remains an open wound for his loved ones, a story without an ending. His disappearance is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish, leaving behind a legacy of questions and a quiet, persistent search for answers.Last Seen: Mar 12, 2000
