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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP98269) and 4 other sources
Richard Hill, a 49-year-old man from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, was last seen on February 24, 2022. Described as a caring family man, Hill had a stable job and was actively involved in his community. His sudden disappearance raised immediate concerns among family and friends, who reported him missing after he failed to return home that evening.

In the days following his disappearance, search efforts intensified. Local authorities, along with volunteers, combed through neighborhoods, parks, and nearby wooded areas, distributing flyers and seeking information from anyone who might have seen him. Family members described Hill as a dependable individual who would not leave without notifying someone, making his absence all the more alarming.

As weeks passed without leads, investigators examined Hill’s last known activities. They sought to uncover any potential conflicts or personal issues that may have contributed to his vanishing. Despite extensive media coverage and public outreach, no significant developments emerged, leaving his loved ones in a state of distress and uncertainty.

The case has since become a focal point in the community, with ongoing discussions about safety and support for families of missing persons. Friends and family continue to advocate for answers, hoping for a breakthrough that could bring Richard Hill home.

Last Seen: Feb 24, 2022

Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP102967 • Found Apr 17, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 72%113 mi away
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 100%6'1"–6'3" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 44%225–235 lb vs 150–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP95929 • Found Aug 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 43–58 vs 49
Race 100%Black
Location 71%120 mi away
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 95%190 lb vs 150–170 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
UP104863 • Found Dec 10, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 34–86 vs 49
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"–6'3"
76%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP130663 • Found Mar 18, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 50–60 vs 49
Race 100%Black
Location 93%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 weeks after last seen
76%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP155373 • Found Feb 9, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 55–65 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 72%116 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 100%141 lb vs 150–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP93225
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP93225 • Found Mar 1, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 19–99 vs 49
Race 100%Black
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 days after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 83%120 lb vs 150–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP157697
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP157697 • Found Mar 31, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 49 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 56%196 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'3"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 150–170 lb
Hair 100%Black 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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