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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP5252) and 4 other sources
Princess Perez, a 2-year-old girl from the Bronx, New York, was last seen on June 15, 1996. Her disappearance is surrounded by deeply concerning circumstances. Princess and her two older sisters had previously been placed in foster care due to neglect, but were returned to their parents in January 1996. Shortly after, child welfare officials were again investigating the family, reporting signs of abuse by April of that year.

At the time of her disappearance, Princess was last seen in the company of her father, Antonio Perez. When child welfare officials returned in August 1996, her mother, Karen Perez, claimed Princess was staying with relatives in California, a story that was not verified at the time. It wasn't until 1998 that Karen told a relative Antonio had killed Princess and disposed of her body. Antonio, when questioned, claimed the child died of natural causes, and he had dumped her body in New York City. Despite leading authorities to several locations, Princess's remains were never found.

Foul play is strongly suspected, and despite multiple investigations, no criminal charges have been filed. Princess remains missing to this day, and her case is classified as endangered missing. Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Jun 15, 1996

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.

78%Possible
Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6328
Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6328 • Found Dec 7, 1998
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 0–2 vs 2 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 52%1'8" vs 2'0"
Weight 0%6 lb vs 25 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Hempstead, New York
UP161808 • Found Jul 16, 1997
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 0–2 vs 2 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 20%1'6" vs 2'0"
Weight 0%6 lb vs 25 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Newark, New Jersey
UP1751 • Found Dec 18, 2006
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Sex ✓Female
Age 88%Est. 1 vs 2 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%2'1" vs 2'0"
Weight 6%13 lb vs 25 lb

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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