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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP74205) and 7 other sources
In the quiet borough of Staten Island, New York, a 55-year-old man named Larry Brown seemingly vanished without a trace. On March 12, 2015, Mr. Brown was last seen in his local Staten Island community. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Black male, standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his last known moments remain unclear, and information regarding the clothing he was wearing has not been made public. His sudden absence left his family and community with a void of information and a growing sense of concern for his well-being. The lack of details about his activities on that Thursday in March has made it difficult for investigators to piece together a timeline of events leading up to his disappearance.

Following his disappearance, the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad opened an investigation into the case. Despite their efforts, which included standard procedures for missing person cases, the investigation quickly hit a standstill. There have been no significant leads or reported sightings of Larry Brown since the day he went missing, and the case has grown cold over the years. The absence of any new information has been agonizing for his loved ones, who are left to wonder what happened to him. The case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under the number MP74205, in the hopes that wider exposure might generate new leads.

The Staten Island community responded to Larry Brown's disappearance with support for his family, distributing flyers and using social media to raise awareness. However, as time passed with no new developments, the initial flurry of activity quieted, leaving the case largely out of the public eye. The investigation by the New York City Police Department remains open, but without new information, there is little progress that can be made. The case of Larry Brown serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind unanswered questions and grieving families. The overview of this case is one of an ordinary man who disappeared from his daily life, and despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues. Anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Larry Brown is encouraged to contact the New York City Police Department.

Last Seen: Mar 12, 2015

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 — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP71012
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP71012 • Found Apr 10, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%166 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16188
John Doe — New York
UP16188 • Found Aug 16, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 87%150 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP96243
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP96243 • Found Dec 6, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP16878
John Doe — New York, New York
UP16878 • Found Jul 4, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 98%200 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP89681
John Doe — New York, New York
UP89681 • Found Feb 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–75 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%164 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP77552
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP77552 • Found Jan 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%186 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP76881
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP76881 • Found Nov 16, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 96%158 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP73621
John Doe — New York, New York
UP73621 • Found Sep 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 74%221 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP67295
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP67295 • Found May 13, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 56%126 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP69220
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP69220 • Found May 9, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 51%237 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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