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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP118809) and 8 other sources
In the early spring of 2023, a then 39-year-old man named Braden Boles vanished from his home in Greenville, South Carolina, leaving his loved ones in a state of profound worry and uncertainty. On March 11, 2023, Braden was last seen leaving his residence on foot. The circumstances surrounding his departure are not publicly known, adding a layer of complexity to his sudden disappearance. Since that day, there has been no contact from him, and his whereabouts remain a painful mystery for those who know and care for him. The Greenville County Sheriff's Office has been investigating his case, but a lack of significant leads has made the search for answers a challenging endeavor.

Braden is described as being between 5 feet 8 inches and 5 feet 11 inches tall, with a weight of approximately 150 pounds, and has green eyes. He has distinctive tattoos that serve as identifying markers, including a tattoo of the date '4-17-2009' across his chest, which is a tribute to his late father. Additionally, he has a sleeve tattoo on his left arm. Before moving to Greenville, Braden had ties to Kokomo, Indiana. It is unclear what his social network was like in South Carolina at the time he went missing. His case is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under case number MP118809, which serves as a national repository for information about his case.

The investigation into Braden Boles's disappearance has remained active, though new information has been scarce. The passage of time without any resolution has been incredibly difficult for his family and friends. Authorities continue to encourage anyone who might have any information, regardless of how minor it may seem, to come forward. The case of Braden Boles is a heart-wrenching example of the ambiguous loss that families of missing persons endure. Without any clear answers, his loved ones are left to grapple with the unknown, holding out hope for a resolution while facing the harsh reality of his continued absence. The overview of this case highlights a man who seemingly vanished without a trace, and the ongoing efforts to piece together the puzzle of his disappearance and bring him home.

Last Seen: Mar 11, 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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Knoxville, Tennessee - unidentified case UP107847
John Doe — Knoxville, Tennessee
UP107847 • Found Aug 5, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 38–39
Race 100%White
Location 70%123 mi away
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'11"
75%Possible
John Doe — Harriman, Tennessee
UP139160 • Found Jan 24, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 38–39 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 66%145 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'8"–5'11"

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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