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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP64325) and 5 other sources
In the town of Morristown, New Jersey, a family continues to await answers in the disappearance of Maynor Lopez-Castro. The then 16-year-old was last seen on January 3, 2020. On that day, Maynor, a student at Morristown High School, left the school premises and has not been seen or heard from since. His sudden vanishing has left his loved ones and the community with a profound sense of loss and a multitude of unanswered questions. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, adding to the distress of those who know and care for him. The lack of information about what happened to Maynor after he walked away from school has been a significant challenge for investigators and a source of ongoing pain for his family.

At the time he went missing, Maynor was described as a Hispanic male, standing between 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 7 inches tall, and weighing between 135 and 140 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was born on April 1, 2003. Authorities have also noted several aliases he might use, including Maynor Lopez Castro, Jember Castro Lopez, Jember Maynor Lopez-Castro, and Jember Lopez. The Morristown Police Department has been handling the investigation and encourages anyone with information to contact them at 973-538-2200. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has also been involved, circulating his case and creating an age-progressed photo to show what he might look like as he has gotten older.

The case of Maynor Lopez-Castro is a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the deep impact a missing loved one has on a family and community. Despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues. The lack of significant leads and public information has been a source of frustration for those following his case. The community holds onto hope that one day, information will surface that will bring closure to his family. The overview of this case is one of a sudden disappearance with very few details publicly available, leaving a family in a state of perpetual uncertainty and a community with a lingering sense of concern for one of their own.

Last Seen: Jan 3, 2020

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.

84%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 16 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%29 mi away
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
83%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 16 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 95%157 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
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 91%Est. 17–30 vs 16
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%27 mi away
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 52%5'1" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%126 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%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 61%Est. 20–45 vs 16
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%29 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 79%168 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%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 16 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%19 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland - unidentified case UP117344
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland
UP117344 • Found Sep 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 19–39 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 60%175 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%128 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Harrison, New York
UP137145 • Found Jan 31, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 12–20 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%43 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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