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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP114120) and 2 other sources
In the late summer of 2023, a then 17-year-old boy named Carlos Caal Caal vanished from his community in Camden, New Jersey. His last known whereabouts were recorded on August 8th of that year. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, leaving his family and community with many unanswered questions. Since that day, efforts to locate him have been ongoing, with law enforcement officials from the Camden County Police Department leading the investigation into his case. The lack of detailed public information surrounding the events of that day has created a painful void for those who know and care for him.

At the time he went missing, Carlos was described as a Hispanic/Latino male with black hair and brown eyes. He had a height of five feet three inches and a weight of approximately 132 pounds. Among his distinguishing features were two earrings; a small one in his left ear and a larger one in his right. Details about the clothing he was wearing on the day he was last seen have not been widely circulated, which can make public identification more challenging. These physical descriptors serve as the primary tools for those who continue to look for him, hoping for a sign or a memory that could lead to a breakthrough.

The official investigation into Carlos's disappearance continues, with his case being listed in national databases for missing persons. A notable piece of information in his file suggests a possible, though unconfirmed, destination of Austin, Texas. This has broadened the scope of the search beyond the New Jersey area, creating a wider geographical area of concern. The case of Carlos Caal Caal is a heart-wrenching example of a young individual who disappeared with very few public leads. It stands as a somber reminder of the many young people who go missing, leaving behind a trail of uncertainty and a community hoping for their safe return.

Last Seen: Aug 8, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland - unidentified case UP117344
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland
UP117344 • Found Sep 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 78%Est. 19–39 vs 17
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 73%111 mi away
TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%128 lb vs 132 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey - unidentified case UP142641
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey
UP142641 • Found Mar 3, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%52 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%133 lb vs 132 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Hyattsville, Maryland
UP122057 • Found Aug 20, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 19–99 vs 17
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 71%118 mi away
TimingFound 12 days after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%133 lb vs 132 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey - unidentified case UP134400
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey
UP134400 • Found Oct 22, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 80%82 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 132 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP147917
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP147917 • Found Jun 26, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%79 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 52%4'11" vs 5'3"
Weight 66%97 lb vs 132 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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