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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP78133) and 2 other sources
La-Me Mitchell, an 18-year-old male, was last seen in New York, New York on December 15, 2012. On the day he went missing, he left his residence and his current whereabouts are unknown. The sudden nature of his disappearance was considered highly unusual by his family and friends, prompting them to report him missing. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being approximately 6 feet to 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 175 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, size 36 gray pants, and size 10 1/2 black and red Nike sneakers.

Distinctive features of Mitchell include several tattoos. He has a tattoo of guns on his clavicle and shoulder area, and the phrase '9 shots' tattooed on the opposite shoulder. He also has other tattoos on his upper chest and clavicle area. Known by the nickname 'Sife Billy,' his disappearance sparked an immediate response from his concerned loved ones. The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad opened an investigation into his case.

Despite efforts by law enforcement, which included interviews with family and friends and searches of areas he was known to frequent, no significant leads have emerged to explain his disappearance. The lack of physical evidence and witnesses has made the investigation challenging. Mitchell's family has made public appeals for any information that could lead to his whereabouts, and local media has covered the case. However, the case has grown cold over time, and his disappearance remains unsolved. The investigation remains open, with the hope that new information will surface to provide answers and bring closure to his family.

Last Seen: Dec 15, 2012

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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.

85%Strong
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP56820
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP56820 • Found Mar 21, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 85%144 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
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 85%Est. 30–50 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — West Babylon, New York - unidentified case UP143866
John Doe — West Babylon, New York
UP143866 • Found Feb 14, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 94%32 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP121067
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP121067 • Found Apr 25, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Cromwell, Connecticut - unidentified case UP13320
John Doe — Cromwell, Connecticut
UP13320 • Found Nov 9, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 87%Est. 21–35 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 79%87 mi away
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 91%200 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP122547
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP122547 • Found May 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–23 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 91%150 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP118183
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP118183 • Found Mar 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 36%5'7" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 95%153 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP14845
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP14845 • Found Jan 16, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 20%5'6" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 83%143 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Black vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP161561 • Found Aug 4, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 79%87 mi away
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 33%242 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP81219
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP81219 • Found Jun 10, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 18 when missing
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'1"
Weight 71%132 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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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