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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP121110) and 3 other sources
In the community of West Babylon, New York, a sense of concern arose for 16-year-old Spencer Willam, a male with black hair and brown eyes, who was last seen on September 6, 2023. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing approximately 120 pounds. The last known location for Spencer was on Board Place in West Babylon, and details regarding the clothing he was wearing at the time have not been made public. Authorities have noted the possibility that Spencer may have traveled to New York City, specifically the Chinatown area, though this has not been confirmed.

Following his disappearance, the Suffolk County Police Department's First Precinct initiated an investigation into the matter. Law enforcement officials have been the primary contacts for any information related to Spencer's whereabouts. In an effort to generate leads, information about his case was disseminated, and his profile was listed with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. The community of West Babylon responded with support, holding vigils and utilizing social media to bring awareness to Spencer's case. These efforts included the distribution of flyers with his photograph and description throughout the area.

As time has passed, the search for Spencer continues. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain categorized as unknown. Law enforcement agencies, along with Spencer's family and community, hold out hope for his safe return. The Suffolk County Police Department has encouraged anyone with even the smallest piece of information to come forward to assist in the investigation. The case remains a poignant reminder of the ongoing issue of missing young people.

Last Seen: Sep 6, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Island Park, New York
UP141998 • Found Apr 8, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–20 vs 16 when missing
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%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 16
Location 94%31 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
Weight 70%150 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 60%Brown 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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