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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP12391) and 4 other sources
Jose Barroso, a 71-year-old man from Miami, Florida, was last seen on September 2, 1998. On that day, he left his home in the 11900 block of Southwest 9th Lane and never returned. Barroso, who stood at 5'5" and weighed 138 pounds, had gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, blue pants, and brown shoes. He was described as being in generally good health, although he had an unspecified medical condition. There is no indication that he suffered from any mental disabilities.

Despite efforts by local authorities, including the Miami-Dade Police Department, to locate him, very few details about his disappearance have surfaced over the years. No significant leads or clues have emerged, leaving his case unresolved for over two decades. Investigators and organizations dedicated to solving cold cases continue to seek public assistance in locating Jose Barroso. His case remains listed as endangered missing, and any information regarding his whereabouts is encouraged to be reported to law enforcement.
Last Seen: Sep 2, 1998

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP6721
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP6721 • Found Dec 20, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
Weight 87%115 lb vs 138 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1034
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1034 • Found Oct 26, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 54–71 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
Weight 72%105 lb vs 138 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP10159
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP10159 • Found Feb 12, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
Weight 20%79 lb vs 138 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5689
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5689 • Found May 3, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 95%Est. 60–70 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 81%165 lb vs 138 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida - unidentified case UP8681
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida
UP8681 • Found Sep 18, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 63%Est. 50–65 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%89 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 138 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP138033 • Found Nov 3, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 71 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'5"

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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