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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP26935) and 4 other sources
In the autumn of 2014, a 30-year-old man from East Los Angeles named Steven Reynoso traveled to New York City for a vacation with his girlfriend. The couple was staying at the Renaissance Hotel in Times Square when on the evening of November 25th, Reynoso informed his girlfriend that he was going to meet up with some friends. He left the hotel wearing a black pea coat, black jeans, and black tennis shoes with a white stripe, and was carrying a black satchel. This would be the last time he was seen by anyone who knew him. The circumstances surrounding his departure were initially straightforward, yet quickly became shrouded in mystery as the hours turned into days with no word from him.

According to reports, Reynoso's girlfriend was preparing to attend a Broadway show when he left the hotel. His family later stated that it was uncharacteristic of him to be out of touch, noting that he was always reachable by phone. Concern grew when his cell phone appeared to be either turned off or had run out of battery the day after he was last seen. His girlfriend remained in New York for three more days, even having her mother fly out to join her, before she returned to California due to a lack of funds. Upon her return, she gave Reynoso's luggage to his family, and that was reportedly the last contact they had with her. The family expressed their distress and confusion, stating they knew very little about the girlfriend. At the time of his disappearance, Reynoso was reportedly working on marketing a hangover cure he had developed.

The investigation into Steven Reynoso's disappearance has yielded few answers over the years, leaving his family with the agony of not knowing his fate. Information provided to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System indicated that he took an Uber from New York City to Jersey City, New Jersey. However, the specifics of this trip and what transpired after have not been publicly detailed. The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad is handling the case, but there have been no significant public updates on their investigation. The case remains a painful open wound for his loved ones, who remember him as a good man and continue to hope for answers. The lack of closure and the perplexing final known movements of Steven Reynoso have left a void filled with questions and an enduring sense of loss.

Last Seen: Nov 25, 2014

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16496
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP16496 • Found Feb 11, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%75 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
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 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 35%168 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP119685
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP119685 • Found Jan 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 75%5'7"–6'2" vs 5'10"–6'0"
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP70353 • Found May 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%80 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 34%166 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Hollis, New York - unidentified case UP17867
John Doe — Hollis, New York
UP17867 • Found Apr 3, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 53%Est. 40–60 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%6'2" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 97%245 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP16717
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP16717 • Found May 11, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 36%5'5" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 38%171 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP55994 • Found Sep 22, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%75 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 47%160–180 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Lakewood, New Jersey
UP16881 • Found Jul 31, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%46 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 28%160 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP82373
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP82373 • Found Jul 8, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%11 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 68%203 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP98139
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP98139 • Found Feb 19, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 30 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 99%12 mi away
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 52%5'6" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 61%195 lb vs 280–320 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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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