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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP65105) and 4 other sources
In the late days of December 2019, a family in Passaic, New Jersey, was faced with a sudden and distressing situation. Seventeen-year-old Jordan Sarmiento was last seen at his home on December 27th. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are unsettlingly brief; he reportedly arrived home, and then, under the cover of the night, left through the rear of the house. What happened after he stepped out into the night remains unknown, leaving his family and community searching for answers. The Passaic Police Department was notified of his disappearance on the very same day, and an official report was filed to begin the search for the teenager. A case file was created for him with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System in early February of the following year, formally launching a national search effort.

Jordan was described at the time as a Hispanic male, standing at five feet ten inches tall and weighing around 120 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Unfortunately, there was no information released to the public about the clothing he was wearing on the night he vanished, nor were there any details about any personal belongings he may have taken with him. This lack of information creates additional challenges for those searching for him, as there are few specific details to go on. Without knowing what he was wearing or if he had any money or a phone, it is difficult to piece together his possible movements after leaving his residence. The absence of these details deepens the mystery and the concern for his well-being.

The investigation into Jordan Sarmiento's disappearance is ongoing, with his case, MP65105, remaining open. The Passaic Police Department is the primary agency handling the case, and they continue to seek information from the public that might lead to his whereabouts. His case is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the pain that ensues when a loved one vanishes without a trace. The overview of this case is that a seventeen-year-old boy disappeared from the security of his own home during the night. He left without a clear reason, leaving behind a family to grapple with his absence and a community to hope for his safe return. The search for answers continues, fueled by the hope that one day, Jordan will be found.

Last Seen: Dec 27, 2019

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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 — 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 98%17 mi away
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 92%137 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black 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 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 54%157 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
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 96%25 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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