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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP136207) and 2 other sources
In the city of Paterson, New Jersey, a family is anxiously awaiting news of Gonzalo Rosario, a 74-year-old man who vanished on July 1, 2023. At the time of his disappearance, Mr. Rosario, a Hispanic/Latino male with gray or partially gray hair and brown eyes, stood at approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighed around 130 pounds. When he was last seen, he was wearing blue jeans, a blue long-sleeve shirt, a black baseball cap, and dark-colored sandals. His sister reported him missing, noting that the last time she saw him was on the first of July. There was an indication that he might have been intending to travel to the nearby city of Passaic, New Jersey, but his current whereabouts remain unknown.

The days following Gonzalo Rosario's disappearance have stretched into a prolonged period of uncertainty and anguish for his loved ones. His family has made public appeals for any information that might lead to his safe return. His sister, Mirtha Perdomo, has expressed the family's deep sorrow and confusion over his sudden and traceless disappearance. In a heartfelt plea, she stated, “Where you are, my brother, I want you to know that you have a family here that is anxiously waiting to hear from you.” She also conveyed her disbelief, saying, “I never thought you were going to disappear like that, without a trace.” The family continues to hold out hope and has requested that anyone with information contact them or the Paterson Police Department.

The Paterson Police Department is the investigating agency for this case. Despite the passage of time, the case of Gonzalo Rosario remains an active missing person investigation. The lack of any significant leads or updates has left his family in a painful state of limbo, clinging to the hope that he will one day be found. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are still unclear, and there has been no public information released regarding any potential reasons for his vanishing. The overview of this case is one of a beloved family member who disappeared without a clear explanation, leaving a void in the lives of those who know and love him as they continue their search for answers.

Last Seen: Jul 1, 2023

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey - unidentified case UP142641
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey
UP142641 • Found Mar 3, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%133 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP156640
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP156640 • Found Feb 24, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 50–70 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%133 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP162638
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP162638 • Found Jun 1, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
Weight 67%96 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP111760
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP111760 • Found Oct 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–90 vs 74
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%22 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 83%154 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey - unidentified case UP134400
John Doe — Passaic, New Jersey
UP134400 • Found Oct 22, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 97%145 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
77%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP137153
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP137153 • Found Jan 12, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 50–80 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
Weight 45%174 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP156135
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP156135 • Found Feb 11, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 48%Est. 55–65 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%24 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 97%145 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Asbury Park, New Jersey
UP160155 • Found Aug 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 50–70 vs 74 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 36%5'8" vs 5'3"
Weight 86%152 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 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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