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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP125361) and 1 other source
In the winter of 2024, a family in the Bronx began a difficult journey when 52-year-old Jose Israel Cruz Ache went missing. On January 28th, he was last seen in the West Bronx area of New York. Concern mounted when it was discovered that he had left his home without his phone and car keys. Cruz Ache is described as a Hispanic and White/Caucasian male, standing at 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing between 150 and 160 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. The New York City Police Department's 44th Precinct was tasked with the investigation into his sudden disappearance.

The circumstances surrounding Jose Cruz Ache's disappearance are particularly worrying for those who know him. Leaving behind essential items like a phone and car keys suggests his departure was unplanned and not for a long journey. The lack of communication from him since he was last seen has only deepened the mystery and the distress of his loved ones. The case was officially filed with the New York City Police Department on the same day he went missing, highlighting the immediate concern for his welfare.

The investigation into the disappearance of Jose Cruz Ache is ongoing. The New York City Police Department is handling the case, registered under agency case number 2024-780. Details about his case have been shared in the hope that public awareness can lead to information about his whereabouts. The official report notes the perplexing nature of his disappearance, simply stating that he 'left the house and has not yet returned.' This lack of specific details presents a significant challenge for investigators and a source of continuous pain for his family, who are left to wonder what happened to him. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing and the lasting impact these events have on their communities.

Last Seen: Jan 28, 2024

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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.

86%Strong
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP154360
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP154360 • Found Dec 31, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%2 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
85%Strong
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP133718
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP133718 • Found Nov 1, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 52
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%5 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 86%124 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Black vs Brown
85%Strong
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 94%Est. 55–65 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP145041
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP145041 • Found May 10, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 50%85–100 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
83%Moderate
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP140932
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP140932 • Found Mar 3, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 52%5'9" vs 5'5"
Weight 90%183 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP153127
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP153127 • Found Nov 25, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%1 mi away, same county
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"
Weight 72%197 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%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 85%Est. 50–70 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 98%133 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP133644
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP133644 • Found Oct 14, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 52
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
Weight 88%125 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP163200
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP163200 • Found Aug 21, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
Weight 72%197 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
81%Moderate
John Doe — Newark, New Jersey - unidentified case UP144221
John Doe — Newark, New Jersey
UP144221 • Found Dec 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 52
Race 60%White
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black 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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