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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP39825) and 3 other sources
In the vast and diverse borough of Queens, New York, a man named Ivan Figueroa, then 55 years old, was known as a quiet and dependable presence in his Richmond Hill neighborhood. A father and lifelong resident of the area, his life was one of routine and connection to his loved ones. However, on February 25, 2015, this sense of normalcy was shattered. Ivan was seen for the last time near his home, and then, without a word or a sign, he vanished. For a man who was in regular contact with his family and friends, this sudden silence was not only uncharacteristic; it was alarming, raising immediate fears for his well-being. His family, finding his absence inexplicable, promptly reported him missing, setting in motion an investigation that would unfortunately be met with more questions than answers.

The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad began an investigation into Ivan's disappearance, but the case was perplexing from the start. A search of his home revealed no signs of a struggle or any indication of foul play, suggesting that he had not been taken from his residence by force. His family was unable to provide any information that might explain his sudden departure, stating that he had not been involved in any recent conflicts or exhibited any changes in his behavior that would cause them to believe he would voluntarily leave his life behind. Extensive searches were conducted in the areas surrounding his home, and the neighborhood was canvassed for anyone who might have seen something out of the ordinary, but these efforts yielded no significant leads. The trail, it seemed, had gone cold almost as soon as it began.

As the days turned into weeks, and then into years, the case of Ivan Figueroa’s disappearance remained unsolved, a painful and lingering uncertainty for his family. They have continued to cooperate with authorities, circulating his photograph and making public appeals in the hope that someone, somewhere, might have information that could bring him home. The absence of any new evidence or substantial breakthroughs has left his loved ones in a state of limbo, a testament to the quiet heartbreak that so often accompanies unsolved missing persons cases. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and baffling disappearance of a man from his familiar surroundings, with no clear indication of what might have befallen him, leaving a void in the lives of his family and community that remains to this day.

Last Seen: Feb 25, 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 — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP75898
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP75898 • Found Jul 3, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16245
John Doe — New York
UP16245 • Found May 25, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 84%177 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP140297
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP140297 • Found Mar 18, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 55
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 79%119 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP75991
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP75991 • Found Nov 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Kearny, New Jersey
UP15192 • Found Apr 24, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 55
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away
TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP17506
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP17506 • Found Feb 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 65%190 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP115204
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP115204 • Found Dec 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP111096
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP111096 • Found Oct 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%89 mi away
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 96%132 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — New Rochelle, New York
UP109779 • Found May 4, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 13%82 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP81157
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP81157 • Found May 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 96%168 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 60%Hazel 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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