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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP5177) and 5 other sources
Gregory Samuel Snyder, 28, was last seen on November 27, 2000, in Selbyville, Delaware. His disappearance remains a mystery. On that day, Delaware State Police were called after Gregory's brother, Tim Snyder, reported him missing. The investigation led officers to the family’s beach house in Keenwick, Delaware, but there were no notes or indications explaining his whereabouts. Authorities discovered a gun case with a full magazine of 9mm bullets, but no gun was present, raising concerns. Neighbors mentioned seeing Gregory loading an ocean kayak onto his truck the week before, though he later returned without it.

Gregory was an avid scuba diver and kayaker, and his brother noted his physical strength and experience on the water, suggesting he could handle long-distance kayaking. His vehicle was later found in Ocean City, Maryland, just south of the Delaware border, parked near the oceanfront. Missing from the car were his kayak and a 9mm handgun, but there were no signs of foul play in the vehicle itself. Adding to the puzzle, Gregory's credit cards had been canceled about three weeks before his disappearance, leaving him without easy access to money.

Despite extensive searches, neither Gregory, his kayak, nor his handgun have been found. His case remains unsolved, leaving his family and investigators with many unanswered questions. Some speculate that he may have embarked on a dangerous kayaking trip, while others wonder if foul play was involved.

Last Seen: Nov 27, 2000

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP901 • Found May 5, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 29–39 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%94 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'1"
76%Possible
John Doe — Absecon, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1767
John Doe — Absecon, New Jersey
UP1767 • Found Feb 17, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%77 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 49%175 lb vs 260–265 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
75%Possible
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey - unidentified case UP6785
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey
UP6785 • Found Jul 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%168 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 81%209 lb vs 260–265 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP946
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP946 • Found Jan 20, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 28 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%93 mi away
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 43%169 lb vs 260–265 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
75%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP5980
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP5980 • Found Sep 28, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 28
Race 100%White
Location 60%174 mi away
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'10"–6'1"
Weight 94%226 lb vs 260–265 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
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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