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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17909)
In the early spring of 2000, a sense of quiet normalcy still lingered in the community of Englewood, New Jersey. It was during this time that 55-year-old Edelmirio Becerra, also known to some as Delmirio, was last seen. The exact date of his disappearance remains uncertain, shrouded in the passage of time. One moment he was a presence in the lives of those who knew him, and the next, he was gone, leaving behind a void filled with unanswered questions and growing concern. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are unknown, adding a layer of deep unease to the mystery.

Edelmirio was a man with a distinct appearance. Of Hispanic and White/Caucasian descent, he stood somewhere between five feet nine and six feet three inches tall. His weight fluctuated between 135 and 195 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes, and often wore glasses. A particularly distinguishing feature was a partial amputation of his right index finger. On the day he vanished, there were two possible descriptions of his attire. One account recalls him in blue jeans, a blue and red striped t-shirt, and brown shoes. Another description suggests he may have been wearing a brown leather winter coat, a green checkered shirt, blue denim pants with a black leather belt, and black shoes. He also wore a gold ring and a gold watch, small but significant tokens of his life and identity.

Decades have passed since Edelmirio Becerra was last seen in Englewood. The Englewood City Police Department has been the investigating agency, but the trail has grown cold over the years. Despite the passage of time, efforts to bring closure to his case have not entirely ceased. In a significant development, DNA samples were collected from his son and daughter in Colombia in the fall of 2025, a testament to the enduring hope of his family. The case of Edelmirio Becerra remains an open wound for his loved ones, a story without an ending. His disappearance is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish, leaving behind a legacy of questions and a quiet, persistent search for answers.

Last Seen: Mar 12, 2000

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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 — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6092
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP6092 • Found Dec 14, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 70%94 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Irvington, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1623
John Doe — Irvington, New Jersey
UP1623 • Found Sep 2, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'1" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
83%Moderate
John Doe — North Bergen, New Jersey
UP1671 • Found Oct 11, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey - unidentified case UP17386
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey
UP17386 • Found Jul 23, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%38 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%163 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP50612
John Doe — New York, New York
UP50612 • Found Jul 10, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%134 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Hempstead, New York
UP8861 • Found Jan 3, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Bayonne, New Jersey
UP11264 • Found Apr 2, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%124 lb vs 135–195 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5780
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5780 • Found Jun 24, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%162 lb vs 135–195 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5762
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5762 • Found Feb 13, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 52%5'7" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%176 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP108751
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP108751 • Found Sep 6, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 55 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%12 mi away
TimingFound 23 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 4'11"–5'3"
Weight 100%141 lb vs 135–195 lb
Hair 100%Black 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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