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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11327) and 5 other sources
Michael Grochowsky, a 48-year-old man from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was last seen on August 16, 1991. At the time of his disappearance, Grochowsky was living with his wife in the Rexmere Village Mobile Home Park in unincorporated Broward County. His family has expressed that it is highly unlikely he would have left on his own accord. His case has been classified as suspicious, and despite investigations, no substantial leads have been uncovered to explain his disappearance.

Grochowsky had suffered a work-related injury four years prior while moving vending machines, and he had been out of work since. He was in the midst of negotiating a settlement for his workers' compensation claim at the time he vanished. He was known to be diligent about attending his physical therapy sessions three times a week and keeping up with medical appointments. The consistency of his routine and the lack of contact after August 16, 1991, raised concerns among his family and authorities, leading to the ongoing investigation into his case.

Law enforcement, including the Broward Sheriff's Office, continues to seek information that might shed light on what happened to Grochowsky. His case remains unsolved, and no significant updates have been reported since his disappearance. Investigators encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Aug 16, 1991

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 — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1158
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1158 • Found Jul 24, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 48
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida - unidentified case UP1130
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida
UP1130 • Found Sep 6, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 46–65 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%21 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP6750
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP6750 • Found Aug 8, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–58 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%174 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Broward, Florida
UP1144 • Found Dec 14, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 88%143 lb vs 170 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5736
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5736 • Found Oct 16, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 70%Est. 25–45 vs 48
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 86%141 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Fort Lauderdale, Florida - unidentified case UP570
John Doe — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
UP570 • Found Aug 7, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 36–50 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Pompano Beach, Florida
UP1073 • Found Jan 31, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 89%144 lb vs 170 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1031
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1031 • Found Aug 26, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 99%152 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — West Palm Beach, Florida
UP1081 • Found Jul 23, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5695
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5695 • Found Sep 6, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Hair 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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