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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP79701) and 4 other sources
In the quiet borough of Fairview, New Jersey, a young man named Pedro Ixcotoyac-Pu went missing, leaving behind a community with unanswered questions. At the age of 17, Pedro was on the cusp of adulthood, a time typically filled with dreams and aspirations for the future. He was last seen leaving his residence on February 14, 2020. Described as a Hispanic male with black hair and a slight build, standing between 5'4' and 5'5' and weighing 120 to 140 pounds, Pedro's sudden absence created a void in the lives of those who knew him. The specifics surrounding the day he was last seen are not widely known, adding a layer of complexity to the circumstances of his disappearance.

The timeline following Pedro's last sighting is marked by a concerning delay in official reporting. It wasn't until March 31, 2020, that the Division of Child Protection and Permanency was notified of his absence. This gap in time has undoubtedly posed significant challenges to the investigation. Further ambiguity exists regarding the exact date of his last contact, with some official records noting it as April 1, 2020. At the time he went missing, he was a teenager navigating the complexities of life, and it is known that he may have used an alias birthdate of December 12, 2002. No details have been publicly released regarding the clothing he was wearing or any personal belongings he may have had with him when he vanished.

The case of Pedro Ixcotoyac-Pu remains an open and unresolved matter, a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the pain of uncertainty. The Fairview Police Department in Bergen County is the primary agency investigating his disappearance, holding the responsibility of piecing together the sparse clues left behind. The circumstances of his case are a somber overview of a young life interrupted; a 17-year-old boy who left his home one day and has not been seen since, with a significant delay in the official reporting of his disappearance. The lack of public information regarding the investigation leaves his community and loved ones in a state of perpetual waiting, holding onto hope for answers and his safe return.

Last Seen: Apr 1, 2020

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.

85%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP68078
John Doe — New York, New York
UP68078 • Found Mar 30, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–30 vs 17
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 68%5'1" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%126 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP80273
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP80273 • Found Apr 10, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–23 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP73324
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP73324 • Found May 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 69%Est. 20–45 vs 17
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%10 mi away
TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 77%168 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP114582
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP114582 • Found Dec 29, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 94%157 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey - unidentified case UP134400
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey
UP134400 • Found Oct 22, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP87881
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP87881 • Found Nov 13, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 31%Est. 25–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%11 mi away
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Corona, New York - unidentified case UP87877
John Doe — Corona, New York
UP87877 • Found Sep 12, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 29%Est. 25–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP83532
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP83532 • Found Jun 7, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 36%Est. 25–50 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 80%166 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP79011
John Doe — New York, New York
UP79011 • Found Mar 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 29%Est. 25–45 vs 17
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"–5'5"
Weight 100%138 lb vs 120–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Harrison, New York
UP137145 • Found Jan 31, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 12–20 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen

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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