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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP19560) and 8 other sources
In the spring of 1976, a young man named Frank S. Passafiume, aged 27, disappeared from the bustling streets of Brooklyn, New York. He was last seen on April 14th of that year, a day that would mark the beginning of a long and painful period of uncertainty for his loved ones. At the time of his disappearance, Frank was described as a White male, standing at 5'9' and weighing approximately 145 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. One of his distinguishing features was a scar on his lip. A father to a newborn son, just one month old, Frank's sudden absence left a void that would be felt for decades to come. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are shrouded in mystery, with very few details available to shed light on what might have transpired.

The investigation into Frank's disappearance has yielded little information over the years, leaving his family with more questions than answers. Public records suggest he may have resided at 244 Troutman Street in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn at some point. There are also indications that he might have spent time in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Despite these potential leads, the trail grew cold, and the specifics of his last known moments remain unknown. The lack of concrete evidence or witnesses has made it incredibly difficult for law enforcement to piece together a clear timeline of events leading up to his disappearance. The case is being handled by the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad.

Decades have passed since Frank Passafiume was last seen, and his case remains an unsolved mystery. The enduring questions of whether he chose to leave, met with foul play, or fell victim to some other unfortunate circumstance continue to haunt his family. His son, who has no memory of his father, has expressed a deep desire to learn what happened to him. The passage of time has not diminished the hope for answers, and the case serves as a poignant reminder of the lasting impact of a person's unexplained absence. The New York Police Department continues to list him as a missing person, and anyone with information is encouraged to come forward in the hope of bringing closure to a family that has waited for far too long.

Last Seen: Apr 14, 1976

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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8534
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP8534 • Found Sep 7, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
83%Moderate
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey
UP1673 • Found May 1, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6047
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6047 • Found May 1, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%154 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6309
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6309 • Found Aug 12, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6834
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6834 • Found Nov 28, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6932
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6932 • Found Oct 17, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7059
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7059 • Found Dec 6, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP7853
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP7853 • Found Jul 22, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 94%164 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7736
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7736 • Found Jun 12, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7760
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7760 • Found Jan 30, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

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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