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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1787) and 8 other sources
In the summer of 1993, 17-year-old Aron Holmes Silverman disappeared from Norfolk, Virginia. The exact date of his last contact is uncertain, with some sources stating July 5, 1993, and others June 5, 1993. Aron, a high school dropout with a history of drug use, was known to have a strained relationship with his parents, who were separated and facing financial difficulties. He was last seen at a friend's party, where his brother was also in attendance. During the party, Aron spent a significant amount of time with a female go-go dancer from Newport News. She reportedly gave him a coral necklace, which he was wearing that night along with a white t-shirt, faded jeans, and black Converse sneakers. Aron, who was intoxicated along with many other partygoers, was last seen leaving the party with this female companion.

Because it was not unusual for Aron to leave home for several days at a time, his family did not immediately report him missing. It was only after a week or two had passed with no contact that his family became concerned and notified the Norfolk Police Department. Initially, his case was classified as a runaway due to his history of leaving home and personal problems. However, as time went on without any word, this classification was questioned by his family. Aron had left all of his personal belongings behind, including his cherished guitar and fishing rod. He had not mentioned any plans to leave to his family or close friends.

In the years following Aron's disappearance, his family, particularly his father, conducted their own searches. His father visited numerous bars in the Newport News area, seeking information about the go-go dancer Aron was last seen with. He heard about a dancer with a blond boyfriend who matched Aron's description and was told she might live in a trailer park and drive a red Pontiac Trans Am. Despite his efforts, he was never able to locate the woman or the vehicle. The case has remained unsolved for decades, leaving his family with unanswered questions. Aron's parents divorced after his disappearance. The overview of this case is that a teenager with a troubled background vanished after a party, and despite some initial leads and his family's persistent efforts, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain a mystery.

Last Seen: Jul 5, 1993

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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 — Norfolk, Virginia - unidentified case UP2560
John Doe — Norfolk, Virginia
UP2560 • Found Mar 5, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 13–17 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
75%Possible
John Doe — Raleigh, North Carolina
UP2793 • Found Sep 8, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 65%150 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"

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