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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8511) and 7 other sources
In the winter of 2002, a family was forever changed by the unsettling disappearance of Carlos Keith Parker. At 31 years old, Carlos was a man with distinguishing features that made him easily recognizable: a tall man at six feet, with a sturdy build, brown eyes, and a bald or shaven head. He carried unique marks, including a scar on his forehead and fraternity brands on his left arm and chest, symbols of a brotherhood and a time of camaraderie. The last time anyone is known to have heard from him was on December 6, 2002, from Cobb County, Georgia. On that day, a veil of silence fell over his life, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions and a growing sense of concern that would stretch into years of uncertainty.

The circumstances surrounding Carlos's last known moments are shrouded in mystery, with publicly available information offering few clues as to what might have transpired. He was reportedly driving a blue 2000 GMC Sierra pickup truck, a common and unremarkable vehicle, yet in this case, a crucial piece of a puzzle with too many missing pieces. The truck had a Georgia license plate, 24VFI, a detail that was hoped would lead to a breakthrough in the case. Law enforcement in Cobb County were tasked with the investigation into his sudden and perplexing disappearance, a case that would remain open and active for years to come, a testament to the enduring hope of finding answers.

The years have passed since Carlos Parker was last seen, and the once-urgent search has transitioned into a long, quiet vigil for his family and friends. The case of Carlos Keith Parker is a story of a life interrupted, a narrative with a beginning but no clear ending. It is a reminder of the hundreds of thousands of individuals who have vanished, leaving behind a legacy of love, memories, and the enduring pain of not knowing. The investigation into his disappearance remains with the Cobb County Police Department, a cold case file that holds the story of a man who one day simply vanished, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew and loved him. The overview of the case is one of a sudden disappearance with very few leads, a common yet heartbreaking narrative in the world of missing persons.

Last Seen: Dec 6, 2002

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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 — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP10228
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP10228 • Found Apr 7, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 18–29 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 66%127 lb vs 175–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP468
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP468 • Found Mar 8, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 79%Est. 35–55 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 82%140 lb vs 175–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP8642
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP8642 • Found Mar 30, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
78%Possible
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP60757
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP60757 • Found Jul 24, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 52%5'7"–5'8" vs 6'0"
Weight 78%228 lb vs 175–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP31
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP31 • Found Jun 25, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
77%Possible
John Doe — Decatur, Georgia - unidentified case UP99400
John Doe — Decatur, Georgia
UP99400 • Found Aug 2, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 34%106 lb vs 175–190 lb
76%Possible
John Doe — Greenville, Georgia - unidentified case UP2049
John Doe — Greenville, Georgia
UP2049 • Found Jan 13, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–46 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 86%61 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia - unidentified case UP154154
John Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP154154 • Found May 24, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 36%5'7" vs 6'0"
Weight 69%129 lb vs 175–190 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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