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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP85517) and 1 other source
In the late summer of 2015, a sense of quiet concern began to grow in Scranton, Pennsylvania, for a local man named Harry N. Klein. At 50 years old, Harry was a familiar face in his community. On July 24, 2015, he was seen for what would be the last time, and then, without a word or a clue, he vanished. His disappearance marked the beginning of a prolonged and unsettling mystery for his loved ones and the local authorities. In the days that followed, the lack of any communication or sighting of Harry deepened the growing apprehension, as a man who was a part of the fabric of his neighborhood was suddenly gone.

The circumstances surrounding Harry's disappearance are shrouded in uncertainty, as very little information has ever been made public about the case. He was a Caucasian male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing between 5'8' and 5'10' and weighing around 125 to 135 pounds. Beyond these basic details, the narrative of what might have happened to him remains unwritten. There were no immediate signs of foul play reported, nor any stated reasons for him to voluntarily leave his life behind. This lack of information has created a difficult and painful void for those who knew him, leaving them to wonder about his fate without any leads or tangible evidence to follow. The Scranton Police Department took on the case, but the trail went cold almost as soon as it began, leaving an open investigation filled with more questions than answers.

Years have passed since Harry N. Klein was last seen, and his case has become a quiet, lingering tragedy within the Scranton community. The investigation remains open, but the passage of time without new developments has been agonizing. His family and friends have been left in a state of perpetual limbo, unable to find closure or peace. The overview of this case is one of profound and sorrowful ambiguity; a 50-year-old man disappeared from his hometown without a trace, leaving behind a life and a community that continues to await his return or, at the very least, an explanation for his absence. The lack of public information highlights the painful reality that for some, life can change in an instant, and for those left behind, the search for answers can become a long and heartbreaking journey.

Last Seen: Jul 24, 2015

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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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP75898
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP75898 • Found Jul 3, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP75991
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP75991 • Found Nov 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%103 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP70353 • Found May 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%103 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 72%166 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP55994 • Found Sep 22, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%100 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 82%160–180 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Lakewood, New Jersey
UP16881 • Found Jul 31, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 71%119 mi away
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 82%160 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP151698
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP151698 • Found Oct 13, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%103 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 97%150–155 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP115204
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP115204 • Found Dec 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%106 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP111096
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP111096 • Found Oct 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 60–70 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 74%104 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16245
John Doe — New York
UP16245 • Found May 25, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 50
Race 100%White
Location 73%108 mi away
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 50%177 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP114703
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP114703 • Found Nov 10, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%98 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–5'10"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 125–135 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
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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