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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP100131) and 2 other sources
In the late autumn of 2022, concern began to grow for the well-being of Rodolfo Salinas, a 65-year-old man from Stamford, Connecticut. He was a painter, known for his thick mustache and for always wearing a hat. Standing between 5'7' and 5'10' and weighing between 180 and 200 pounds, Rodolfo was a familiar presence to those who knew him. He has black hair, which is partially balding, and brown eyes. Distinctive marks included a scar on his left forearm and a partial tattoo on his left wrist. The last confirmed sighting of him was on November 25, 2022, at approximately 11:45 in the morning in Stamford. Later that same day, at around 7:00 in the evening, he spoke with a friend on the phone. After that conversation, his phone was apparently turned off, and all communication ceased.

It wasn't until January 14, 2023, that Rodolfo Salinas was officially reported missing by his niece. She was unable to provide any information about where her uncle might have gone or the reasons for his sudden departure. It was noted that he was believed to be driving an older model brown Chevrolet Blazer with New York license plate number GPR2750. Investigations into his disappearance brought to light that he was from Chihuahua, Mexico, and also owned property in Seward, Kansas. It was also mentioned that he reportedly had an alcohol problem and may have left due to owing money to some individuals. These details painted a complex picture of the circumstances leading up to the day he was last seen.

A concerning development in the case emerged when it was discovered that Rodolfo's credit card had been used between December 20 and December 22, 2022, in Poughkeepsie, New York. The transactions were made by two unknown males, adding another layer of mystery to his disappearance. The investigation into who these individuals were and how they came to possess his credit card remains a crucial part of the ongoing efforts to understand what happened to Rodolfo Salinas. The case of Rodolfo Salinas is a troubling one, filled with unanswered questions and a lack of clear leads. His family and friends are left to wonder what became of him after his last known contact, and law enforcement continues to seek any information that could shed light on his whereabouts and the events that transpired after his disappearance from Stamford.

Last Seen: Nov 25, 2022

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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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP140932
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP140932 • Found Mar 3, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 68%Est. 50–60 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%31 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%183 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP156135
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP156135 • Found Feb 11, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%27 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 83%145 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP106663
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP106663 • Found Jul 24, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 65%Est. 40–60 vs 65
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%27 mi away
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%168 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP97659
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP97659 • Found Nov 5, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 65
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%32 mi away
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 55%122 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP156640
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP156640 • Found Feb 24, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%28 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 71%133 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Asbury Park, New Jersey
UP160155 • Found Aug 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 86%63 mi away
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 91%152 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP154360
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP154360 • Found Dec 31, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 68%Est. 50–60 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%24 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 87%149 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP98787
John Doe — New York, New York
UP98787 • Found Dec 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 65
Race 60%White
Location 95%29 mi away
TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%190 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP137367
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP137367 • Found Jan 2, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%6'1" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 99%220 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP133644
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP133644 • Found Oct 14, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 67%Est. 45–60 vs 65 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%39 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 59%125 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 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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