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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP5354) and 8 other sources
Samuel Todd, a 24-year-old Yale Divinity School student, disappeared in the early hours of January 1, 1984, after attending a series of New Year's Eve parties in Manhattan, New York. Samuel was last seen leaving a party at the Puck Building in Soho to get some air around 1:30 a.m. He left his wallet, coat, and identification at the party and was seen walking near Mulberry and Houston Streets. Todd never returned, and despite extensive searches by family and friends, no trace of him has been found.

In the weeks following his disappearance, several witnesses reported seeing someone matching Todd's description in the Bowery area, including at a men's shelter where the individual appeared disoriented and hungry. Investigators have speculated that Todd might have suffered amnesia due to a possible head injury, but no definitive leads have emerged to explain his vanishing.

Samuel had been facing academic and financial challenges, which led some to wonder if these pressures contributed to his disappearance. However, his family and friends described him as stable and happy, and they do not believe he would have left on his own. Despite various theories, including possible assault or memory loss, the case remains unsolved.

Last Seen: Jan 1, 1984

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 — Weehawken, New Jersey
UP1673 • Found May 1, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7817
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7817 • Found Jul 28, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 96%Est. 35–50 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 91%165 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP14941
John Doe — New York, New York
UP14941 • Found Dec 17, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%153 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
83%Moderate
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP123278
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP123278 • Found Jun 19, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 24
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6932
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6932 • Found Oct 17, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP8460
John Doe — New York, New York
UP8460 • Found Aug 20, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 76%175 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7404
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7404 • Found Aug 1, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 98%160 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6309
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6309 • Found Aug 12, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7873
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7873 • Found Mar 9, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%125 lb vs 130–145 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8534
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP8534 • Found Sep 7, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'0"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 130–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
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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