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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP113167) and 5 other sources
On an autumn day in late 2023, sixteen-year-old Rosa Herrera vanished from her community in Rahway, New Jersey. She was last seen on October 27, 2023, after leaving her home in the city of Rahway. Details regarding the specific circumstances of her departure, what she was wearing, or her state of mind at the time remain publicly unavailable. Since that day, her family and friends have been without answers, holding onto hope for her safe return. The Rahway Police Department was formally alerted to her disappearance a few days later, on October 30, 2023, and promptly opened an investigation into her whereabouts.

Rosa is described as a Hispanic female with black hair and brown eyes. At the time she went missing, she stood at approximately five feet six inches tall and weighed around 130 pounds. Authorities have noted the possibility that she may have traveled to the nearby city of Elizabeth, New Jersey, though the reasons for this speculation have not been detailed. The lack of specific information released to the public about her disappearance has left a void, creating a difficult and uncertain situation for those who know and care for her. The case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System in December 2023, highlighting the growing concern for her welfare.

The investigation into Rosa Herrera's disappearance is ongoing, led by the City of Rahway Police Department. As time continues to pass, the urgency to locate her and ensure her safety intensifies. Her case serves as a somber reminder of the many young people who go missing, leaving their families in a state of perpetual worry. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained absence. A teenager left her home one day and has not been seen or heard from since, launching a police investigation and a family's painful search for answers. With few public leads, the hope is that increased awareness may eventually bring forth the information needed to bring Rosa home.

Last Seen: Oct 27, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Plainfield, New Jersey
UP161748 • Found Oct 15, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 16
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'6"

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.