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Ralph Jean-Marie Missing Person Case

Last seen in Barre, Vermont on Apr 13, 2020

Victim Details

Jun 29, 2023

Aug 31, 2023

Ralph

Jean-Marie

44

38

70 inches

140 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Apr 13, 2020

Barre

Vermont

Washington County

05641

No

126148

Barre Police Department

Barre

Vermont

Washington County

05641

15 Fourth Street, Vermont

8024766613

Local

Law Enforcement

20BA003033

Apr 15, 2020

Barre Police Department

3013

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP105020) and 17 other sources
Ralph "Rizz" Jean-Marie, a 38-year-old man, disappeared under suspicious circumstances on April 13, 2020, from the Hollow Inn in Barre, Vermont. After an argument with his girlfriend, Jean-Marie left his motel room around 1:00 a.m., wearing only his gray pajama pants, a Carhartt jacket, a "KING" hat, and Adidas sneakers. Notably, he left behind his essential items, including his phone, wallet, eyeglasses, and medication, raising concerns about foul play.

Jean-Marie's disappearance was reported two days later, on April 15, 2020. His family, who were accustomed to staying in regular contact with him, stated that it was highly uncharacteristic for him to vanish without any communication. He also suffered from health issues, including sickle cell anemia, for which he needed medication, further heightening concerns. Despite extensive efforts from Barre City Police and a public reward for information, no significant leads have emerged. Activists have called for increased investigative resources, such as FBI involvement, citing concerns about the handling of the case, particularly as Jean-Marie was a Black man from a lower-income background.

The case has garnered public attention, particularly following the murder of George Floyd, when protests and advocacy efforts highlighted the lack of media coverage and urgency in Jean-Marie's case. To this day, his disappearance remains unsolved, with many believing that foul play is involved.
Last Seen: Apr 13, 2020

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  • Where is Ralph Jean-Marie? - Dark Downeast
  • Ralph Jean-Marie: Part 2 - And Then They Were Gone
  • Still no answers 4 years after man disappears from Barre motel
  • Ralph 'Rizz' Jean-Marie disappearance hits three-year mark
  • Ralph
  • Missing Ralph Jean-Marie AKA Rizz : r/MISSINGBIPOC - Reddit
  • Community members demand justice for Ralph Jean-Marie - WCAX
  • Barre City Police continue to investigate dissapearance of Ralph ...
  • Case Profiles
  • Ralph Jean-Marie | Vermont State Police
  • Ralph Jean-Marie missing since 4/15/2020 from Barre VT - Reddit
  • Remembering the Disappearance of Ralph Jean-Marie
  • On April 15, 2020, the Barre City Police Department received a ...
  • Police suspect foul play in 2020 disappearance of man from ...
  • April 13 marked five years since Ralph Jean-Marie, also known as ...
  • Ralph Jean-Marie - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP105020

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP82201
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP82201 • Found Jul 4, 2021
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 50%253 mi away
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%146 lb vs 140 lb
    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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