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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7457) and 5 other sources
Martin Crumblish, 17 years old at the time, disappeared on May 3, 1981, from Dobbs Ferry, New York. On the night of his disappearance, Martin attended a party at a location known as "The View," a popular clearing near the Hudson River. After walking a female friend home around 11 p.m., he returned to the party. However, at midnight, Martin left again, intending to head to a friend's house on Myrtle Avenue, but he was never seen again.

Martin had been staying in Dobbs Ferry to take his SAT exams the following day. His family does not believe he ran away, as he was reportedly excited about a new job and had left his wallet and personal items behind. No activity has been recorded on his Social Security number since his disappearance. Over two decades later, his case was reclassified as a probable homicide due to suspicions of foul play. Authorities believe Martin may have been involved in a fight and was accidentally killed. Despite multiple searches in the area, no remains have been found, and his case remains unsolved.

Martin is remembered as a sensitive and artistic person who enjoyed writing poetry. He was a popular student, involved in football and basketball, and was a junior at Dobbs Ferry High School at the time of his disappearance. His family continues to seek answers about what happened to him.

Last Seen: May 3, 1981

Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP4962
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP4962 • Found Nov 18, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 98%147 lb vs 165 lb
80%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7404
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7404 • Found Aug 1, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
79%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5231
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5231 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 27 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%181 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
79%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP8460
John Doe — New York, New York
UP8460 • Found Aug 20, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
79%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP2277
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP2277 • Found Jul 8, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
78%Possible
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey - unidentified case UP6785
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey
UP6785 • Found Jul 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 27 years after last seen
Height 84%6'2" vs 6'0"
Weight 65%209 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5996
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5996 • Found Jan 22, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Red vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Huntington, New York - unidentified case UP2734
John Doe — Huntington, New York
UP2734 • Found Mar 9, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 96%145 lb vs 165 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6104
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP6104 • Found Feb 10, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 69%207 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Red vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6309
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6309 • Found Aug 12, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 80%132 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue

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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