Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP69626)
In the summer of 1986, on the Fourth of July, 77-year-old Paul Baker disappeared from the Bronx, New York. At the time he went missing, he was described as a white male, standing 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 150 pounds. He had white hair, a mustache, and green eyes. When he was last seen, Mr. Baker was wearing a white and red hat, a light-colored vest, a black shirt with black suspenders, and black shoes. He also used a cane to assist with mobility.
The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are not publicly detailed, with official records simply stating he was last seen in the Bronx.
Details regarding Paul Baker's life and the specific events leading up to his disappearance are scarce in public records. The investigation into his whereabouts was handled by the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad. There is no available information about his family, his profession, or what his plans were for the holiday he vanished on. The lack of public information extends to whether he had any means of transportation with him or if he was carrying any personal documents at the time.
Decades have passed since Paul Baker was last seen, and his case has grown cold, leaving a void of information and unanswered questions. The area where he was last seen, within the 10473 zip code of the Bronx, holds no further clues that have been publicly released. The New York City Police Department continues to be the point of contact for any potential information regarding his case. The disappearance of Paul Baker is a long-standing mystery, a silent testament to a life that seemingly paused on a summer day, leaving behind only a brief description and an enduring absence.Last Seen: Jul 4, 1986
