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William Brooks, Jr. Missing Person Case

Last seen in Frederick, Maryland on Aug 24, 1992

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Victim Details

Jun 2, 2009

Aug 1, 2024

William

Brooks, Jr.

51

17

72 inches

150 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Aug 24, 1992

Frederick

Maryland

Frederick County

No

3276

Frederick Police Department

Frederick

Maryland

Frederick County

21701

Sean McKiney

Detective

100 W Patrick St, Maryland

3016002100

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.cityoffrederick.com/99/Frederick-Police-Department

92CR28365

Frederick Police Department

na

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 6, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP2247) and 9 other sources
William Brooks Jr., a 17-year-old from Frederick, Maryland, was reported missing on August 24, 1992. Known for his vibrant personality and close-knit family ties, William's sudden disappearance left his loved ones devastated and desperate for answers. On the day he went missing, he was last seen leaving his home, sparking immediate concerns among family and friends.

William was described as a reliable and responsible teenager, and his absence was particularly alarming given that he had no known issues that might lead him to run away. His family reported that he had plans for the upcoming school year and was looking forward to spending time with friends. The day after his disappearance, authorities began extensive search efforts, combing through the area and interviewing potential witnesses.

Despite these efforts, the case quickly grew cold. Over the years, various leads and tips surfaced, but none resulted in credible information about William's whereabouts. His family has continued to advocate for awareness of his case, hoping that renewed attention might uncover new clues. As the years passed, the emotional toll on his family remained profound, underscoring the lasting impact of a loved one’s unexplained absence.

Today, William Brooks Jr. is still listed as missing, and his case serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by families of missing persons. The Frederick community has rallied around the Brooks family, demonstrating their support and commitment to finding answers. William's story remains a poignant example of the many unsolved missing persons cases that linger, waiting for resolution and closure.
Last Seen: Aug 24, 1992

Links to Additional Sources (9)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • William Brooks | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • William Walter Brooks Jr. - The Charley Project
  • Anniversaries This Week For Two Frederick Cold Cases - WFMD
  • Cold case: Foul play suspected in disappearance of Frederick teen
  • missing kids and memorial page SINCE 2014 - Instagram
  • 364DMMD - William Walter Brooks
  • Thursday marks thirty years... - Vanished Voices of Maryland
  • 364DMMD - William Walter Brooks, Jr. - Doe Network

    • 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP1417 • Found Apr 27, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
    UP109761 • Found Nov 1, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%140–145 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP1389
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP1389 • Found Jul 28, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 92%39 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 0%367 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16617
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP16617 • Found Jul 4, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 12–17 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 70%124 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%130–145 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP53116 • Found Dec 26, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 70%126 mi away
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 93%110–130 lb vs 150 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP2658 • Found Apr 13, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Cheverly, Maryland - unidentified case UP10293
    John Doe — Cheverly, Maryland
    UP10293 • Found Aug 23, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP1651
    John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP1651 • Found Apr 8, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 72%Est. 20–30 vs 17
    Race 100%Black
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 84%6'2" vs 6'0"
    Weight 95%169 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP16615 • Found Dec 29, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 70%123 mi away
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Alexandria, Virginia
    UP75436 • Found Sep 29, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 91%43 mi away
    TimingFound 28 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"

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