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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP10663) and 9 other sources
In the summer of 2010, 27-year-old Benjamin "Ben" David Andrews moved from North Carolina to Rochester, Indiana, for a new job at the J.J. Richard Dairy Farm. His new chapter, however, was tragically short-lived. On July 30, 2010, just a short time after his relocation, Ben was reported missing. An acquaintance of Ben's alerted the police, expressing concern over his sudden disappearance. According to this individual, someone from the dairy farm had dropped Ben off along U.S. 31 at approximately 3 p.m. on July 29. He has not been seen or heard from since that day. His family, left with no answers, fears that foul play was involved in his disappearance.

The investigation into Ben's disappearance led authorities to execute search warrants at the dairy farm and associated properties in August 2010. Despite their efforts to uncover clues, no significant evidence was found. The operators of the farm informed police that Ben was no longer an employee at the time he went missing. The circumstances surrounding his last known moments remain unclear, and the lack of concrete leads has left both his family and law enforcement grappling with a painful and perplexing mystery. Ben is described as a white male, standing at 5'9" to 5'10" and weighing between 170 to 180 pounds. He has brown hair, which was balding at the time of his disappearance, and brown eyes.

Years have passed since Benjamin Andrews vanished, yet his case remains an active investigation with the Fulton County Sheriff's Department. The absence of any new information or significant developments has been agonizing for his loved ones, who continue to hope for answers and closure. The case serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring pain experienced by families of the missing. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Benjamin Andrews to come forward, no matter how insignificant the detail may seem. His family holds onto the hope that one day they will learn what happened to Ben. The overview of this case reveals a young man who had just embarked on a new journey in life, only to disappear without a trace, leaving behind a void filled with unanswered questions and a family's relentless search for the truth.

Last Seen: Jul 30, 2010

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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 — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP53660
John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP53660 • Found Oct 22, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%92 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 94%203 lb vs 170–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Illinois - unidentified case UP17083
John Doe — Illinois
UP17083 • Found Sep 1, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%90 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 65%123 lb vs 170–180 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Illinois
UP79964 • Found Mar 12, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%90 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 33%103 lb vs 170–180 lb
Hair 70%Gray 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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