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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11834) and 7 other sources
In the spring of 2011, a sense of unease settled over a Brooklyn neighborhood when 25-year-old David J. Broad vanished from his apartment on March 23rd. A man with brown hair, blue-gray eyes, and a tall, slender build, David was a familiar face in his community. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being between 6'0' and 6'1' and weighing between 180 and 200 pounds. He wore glasses and had both of his ears pierced, though he wasn't wearing earrings when he was last seen. A scar on his stomach was another distinguishing physical feature. His disappearance was unsettlingly abrupt, leaving behind a life seemingly paused in time.

The circumstances surrounding David's disappearance were immediately alarming. He had left his apartment without any of his essential personal belongings. His wallet, identification, credit cards, and computer were all found inside his residence, items that a person would typically carry with them. This suggested that his departure was unplanned and not of his own volition. Furthermore, there was no activity on his cell phone after he went missing, deepening the mystery and the concern of his loved ones. Friends and family reported that it was highly uncharacteristic of David to leave without any warning or communication. The lack of any note or explanation left those who knew him with a painful void and a series of unanswered questions.

The investigation into David Broad's disappearance was launched by the New York City Police Department, with both the 84th Precinct and the Missing Persons Squad actively involved. Despite their efforts, very few details have emerged in the years since he was last seen. His case is classified as an endangered missing person, a designation that underscores the serious concerns for his welfare from the outset. The complete absence of financial transactions, communication, or any verifiable sightings has created a challenging and frustrating case for investigators. The narrative of David's disappearance is one of sudden and unexplained absence, a young man who seemingly stepped out of his life leaving everything behind, creating a lasting and painful mystery for his family and friends.

Last Seen: Mar 23, 2011

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8825
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP8825 • Found Mar 16, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%168 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
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 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 75%5'7"–6'2" vs 6'0"–6'1"
77%Possible
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 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 82%77 mi away
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — New Jersey
UP8722 • Found Apr 21, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 49%Est. 31–51 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away
TimingFound 4 weeks after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 94%225 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%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 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%168 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Uniondale, New York
UP9130 • Found Mar 28, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–46 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 days after last seen
Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 85%147 lb vs 180–200 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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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