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Maurice Mccullers Missing Person Case

Last seen in Newark, New Jersey on Aug 20, 2023

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Victim Details

Sep 22, 2023

Oct 10, 2023

Maurice

Mccullers

62

59

72 inches

200 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Aug 20, 2023

Newark

New Jersey

Essex County

07107

No

129778

Newark Police Department Special Victims Unit

Newark

New Jersey

Essex County

07108

Jalil Holmes

300 Clinton Avenue, New Jersey

9737336277

Local

Law Enforcement

http://npd.newarkpublicsafety.org/index.php

C23040773

Aug 24, 2023

Newark Police Department Special Victims Unit

1083

Black

Black

Black

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP108705) and 8 other sources
In the late summer of 2023, concern began to grow for 59-year-old Maurice McCullers of Newark, New Jersey. He was officially reported missing on August 21, 2023. The last confirmed sighting of McCullers was at approximately 1:12 p.m. as he was leaving the area of 20 Frontage Road in Newark. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black t-shirt, black pants, and black sneakers.

Authorities described Maurice McCullers as an African-American male, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing around 200 pounds, with brown eyes and a brown complexion. The Newark Department of Public Safety has made repeated calls for public assistance in the months following his disappearance, urging anyone with information to come forward. These requests for help have been a consistent reminder of the ongoing search for McCullers.

The case of Maurice McCullers remains an active missing person investigation. Despite the passage of time, law enforcement and the community continue to seek answers regarding his whereabouts. The Newark Police Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line remains open for any information that could lead to a breakthrough in the case. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are still unclear, leaving his loved ones and the community with unanswered questions.
Last Seen: Aug 20, 2023

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  • Crimhorra - Maurice McCullers was last seen at approximately 1:12 ...
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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

    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 — Newark, New Jersey - unidentified case UP156066
    John Doe — Newark, New Jersey
    UP156066 • Found Nov 23, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP155373 • Found Feb 9, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%75 mi away
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 57%141 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — New Haven, Connecticut - unidentified case UP112292
    John Doe — New Haven, Connecticut
    UP112292 • Found Nov 12, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 58–59
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%76 mi away
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
    Weight 89%169 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Lawrence, New York - unidentified case UP154504
    John Doe — Lawrence, New York
    UP154504 • Found Dec 23, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 96%26 mi away
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'7" vs 6'0"
    Weight 96%176 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP136158
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP136158 • Found Dec 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%11 mi away
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 36%5'7" vs 6'0"
    Weight 75%155 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP157697
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York
    UP157697 • Found Mar 31, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 30%Est. 30–50 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%10 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 89%169 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP157802
    John Doe — Manhattan, New York
    UP157802 • Found Mar 26, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 50–90 vs 58–59 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 99%14 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Hair 40%Gray 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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