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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP72616) and 3 other sources
In the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York, a family began to worry when 23-year-old Brian Covington was last seen at his residence on Nameoke Avenue on the night of Friday, February 24, 2017. At approximately 10:00 p.m., the young Black male, described as being about 6'1' and 180 pounds with black, curly hair, was last seen. Those who know him described him as a responsible and reliable individual, which made his sudden and unexplained absence all the more alarming to his loved ones. When he was last observed, he was reportedly wearing a multi-colored jacket, a gray sweater, a gray hoodie, and multi-colored sneakers. An earlier report from police described him in blue Adidas pants, silver Jordan sneakers, and a burgundy sweatshirt.

Following his disappearance, the New York Police Department's 101st Precinct was notified and began an investigation, seeking assistance from the public for any information regarding his whereabouts. His family was contacted, but none had seen or heard from him. The days that followed were filled with uncertainty as extensive search efforts were launched by both law enforcement and his concerned family. Despite these efforts, no significant leads or clues have emerged in the years since he vanished. His case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System as case number MP72616.

Years have passed since Brian Covington was last seen, and his case remains an open investigation with the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad. His family continues to hope for answers and has made public appeals for anyone with information to come forward. The lack of any contact or credible sightings has left his loved ones in a painful state of limbo. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and authorities continue to seek any information that might lead to a resolution and bring closure to his family.

Last Seen: Feb 24, 2017

Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

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.

86%Strong
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP56820
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP56820 • Found Mar 21, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'1"
Weight 80%144 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — West Babylon, New York - unidentified case UP143866
John Doe — West Babylon, New York
UP143866 • Found Feb 14, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 6'1"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
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 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP121067
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP121067 • Found Apr 25, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 6'1"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP122547
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP122547 • Found May 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–23 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 36%5'8" vs 6'1"
Weight 87%150 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP118183
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP118183 • Found Mar 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 20%5'7" vs 6'1"
Weight 90%153 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP161561 • Found Aug 4, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 79%86 mi away
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
Weight 44%242 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP117153 • Found Feb 10, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 19–39 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 78%89 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'1" vs 6'1"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP81219
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP81219 • Found Jun 10, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 23 when missing
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
Weight 65%132 lb vs 180 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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