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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9569) and 2 other sources
In the bustling borough of Brooklyn, New York, 33-year-old Charles McAllister was last seen on the evening of May 30, 2001. He was in the vicinity of 85 Crooke Ave. within the confines of the 70th Precinct at approximately 7:30 p.m. when he vanished. At the time of his disappearance, Charles was described as a Black male, standing at 5'11' and weighing around 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. His sudden absence was out of character, causing deep concern among his family and friends with whom he maintained regular contact. There were no immediate or clear indications that would explain his disappearance, which intensified the worries for his well-being.

Charles had several distinguishing physical characteristics. He had a tattoo of a sun on his right arm and was missing his upper front teeth. On the day he went missing, he was wearing a navy blue waist-length coat, a large tan ribbed sweater, and size 34 navy blue denim pants. He also had on red Clark brand sneakers in a size 9 1/2 and was wearing a gold chain with a ring as a pendant. The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad opened an investigation into his disappearance, but the circumstances surrounding his case remained perplexing.

Despite the passage of time, the investigation into what happened to Charles McAllister has yielded few answers, and his case has grown cold over the years. Law enforcement has kept his file active with the hope that new information might emerge. His loved ones have continued their search for answers, holding onto hope for some form of closure regarding his whereabouts. The lack of significant leads has left his disappearance a painful and unresolved mystery for his family and community. The overview of this case is one of a man who disappeared without a clear reason, and with very few details available, the investigation has been unable to provide any resolution.

Last Seen: May 30, 2001

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.

86%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5638
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5638 • Found Nov 2, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5976
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5976 • Found Aug 2, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 33
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP82201
John Doe — New York, New York
UP82201 • Found Jul 4, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 160 lb
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6575
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6575 • Found May 25, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Atlantic City, New Jersey
UP1690 • Found Jan 20, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 97%Est. 35–45 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 77%94 mi away
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP96243
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP96243 • Found Dec 6, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP76881
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP76881 • Found Nov 16, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–75 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%1 mi away, same county
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%158 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — New York - unidentified case UP16188
John Doe — New York
UP16188 • Found Aug 16, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 89%Est. 50–60 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5631
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5631 • Found Sep 4, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 81%Est. 40–60 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 89%185 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1456
John Doe — Trenton, New Jersey
UP1456 • Found Jun 23, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 33 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 88%53 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black

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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