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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP126671) and 2 other sources
In the quiet city of Colorado Springs, Colorado, a family was forever changed by the unsettling disappearance of 15-year-old Robert Edward Decker. The year was 1987 when the teenager, also known to some as Bobby, was last seen. The exact details of what he was doing or who he was with on that fateful day have remained elusive, leaving a void of information and a lifetime of questions for those who knew and loved him. At the time he went missing, Robert was described as a Caucasian male with brown hair and blue eyes. There is conflicting information about his height and weight, with some sources stating he was 5'1' and 200 pounds, while the provided data suggests a height range of 5'0' to 5'9' and a weight between 150 and 190 pounds.

The circumstances surrounding Robert's disappearance are shrouded in mystery, with very little information publicly available. He vanished from Colorado Springs, and since that day, there has been a profound silence concerning his whereabouts. The lack of details has made the search for answers incredibly challenging for both his family and law enforcement. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has been the primary agency investigating his case, but the trail has long since gone cold. Despite the passage of decades, the hope of finding answers has not been entirely extinguished. In an effort to generate new leads, law enforcement has utilized DNA technology. Samples were provided by Robert's maternal aunt and sister and have been entered into the Combined DNA Index System a national database that allows for comparison of DNA profiles.

The case of Robert Edward Decker is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving behind a legacy of unanswered questions and enduring grief for their families. With no clear evidence of what transpired, investigators and loved ones are left to ponder the possibilities. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained absence. A teenager with his whole life ahead of him was there one day and gone the next, with no witnesses, no clues, and no resolution. The public has been asked to contact the El Paso County Sheriff's Office with any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, in the hopes that one day, the truth about what happened to Robert Decker will be brought to light.

Last Seen: Mar 1, 1987

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — Denver, Colorado - unidentified case UP7173
John Doe — Denver, Colorado
UP7173 • Found Jan 8, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 15 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%60 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'0"–5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
77%Possible
John Doe — Glendale, Colorado - unidentified case UP11476
John Doe — Glendale, Colorado
UP11476 • Found Feb 10, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 15 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%58 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'0"–5'9"
Weight 100%196 lb vs 150–190 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — Fort Collins, Colorado - unidentified case UP454
John Doe — Fort Collins, Colorado
UP454 • Found Jul 12, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 15 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%119 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'0"–5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Boulder, Colorado - unidentified case UP517
John Doe — Boulder, Colorado
UP517 • Found Nov 21, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 67%Est. 25–45 vs 15 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 80%82 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'0"–5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–190 lb
Hair 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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