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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP70976) and 1 other source
In the small community of Monticello, New York, a family continues to hope for the safe return of Juan Garzon Cruz, a 32-year-old man who vanished on August 26, 2019. Juan, a Hispanic and White/Caucasian male, was a familiar face in his neighborhood. Standing at 5 feet 8 inches and weighing around 240 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, his presence is deeply missed. The day he was last seen, the familiar rhythm of his life was abruptly interrupted, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions and a profound sense of loss. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, with his family stating his whereabouts are unknown.

The investigation into Juan Garzon Cruz's disappearance was opened by the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office, under case number 20191408. Details regarding the clothes he was wearing or any personal items he may have had with him at the time he went missing have not been made public. One distinguishing physical feature noted by authorities is a scar on one of his hands. Despite the passage of time, law enforcement and his family continue to seek any information that could lead to his location. His case is registered in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System as #MP70976.

The narrative of Juan Garzon Cruz's case is one of uncertainty and enduring hope. A man in his early thirties disappeared from his life in Monticello, leaving a void in his family and community. The lack of specific details surrounding his last known moments has made the search for answers particularly challenging. With no clear indication of where he might have gone or what might have happened, the case remains an open and active investigation. The efforts to find him are a testament to the unwavering hope that one day, Juan will be found and the questions that have haunted his loved ones for years will finally be answered.

Last Seen: Aug 26, 2019

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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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP82373
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP82373 • Found Jul 8, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 35–50 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 89%203 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP107631
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP107631 • Found Aug 13, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 80%192 lb vs 240 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP84078
John Doe — Staten Island, New York
UP84078 • Found May 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 35–50 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%77 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 68%178 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP78208
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP78208 • Found Feb 18, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 78%190 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP114582
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP114582 • Found Dec 29, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 43%157 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP123910
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP123910 • Found Jun 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 29–39 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 72%117 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 49%162 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Elmhurst, New York - unidentified case UP88299
John Doe — Elmhurst, New York
UP88299 • Found Aug 23, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%76 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 0%103 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey - unidentified case UP72674
John Doe — New Brunswick, New Jersey
UP72674 • Found May 9, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 80%82 mi away
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 73%183 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP73324
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP73324 • Found May 7, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 32
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 56%168 lb vs 240 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP66343
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP66343 • Found Jan 23, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 32
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 84%70 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 36%5'3" vs 5'8"
Weight 71%181 lb vs 240 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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