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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP70544) and 2 other sources
In the quiet setting of Caroga Lake, New York, a 48-year-old man named Morris Pejsach disappeared, leaving behind a mystery that has endured for decades. He was last seen on or around December 1, 1996. At the time, Morris was described as being 5'10' tall and weighing approximately 190 pounds, with both brown hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding the day he went missing are not publicly known, creating a painful void for those who knew him. The lack of specific details about his activities or state of mind at the time has made his disappearance particularly difficult for investigators and his family to comprehend.

The official investigation into Morris Pejsach's disappearance is managed by the Fulton County Sheriff's Department. While his last known location was in the relatively rural area of Caroga Lake, a note in his case file indicates that he was also known to frequent the Port Authority area in Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn. This detail adds a layer of complexity to the case, suggesting that his life may have spanned both the quiet, upstate community and the bustling urban environment of New York City. Despite this information, it remains unclear where authorities concentrated their search efforts or what leads, if any, were developed from these locations. The public record contains very little information about the investigation in the days and years that followed his disappearance.

Decades have passed since Morris Pejsach was last seen, and his case remains an unresolved missing person investigation. Very few details about the circumstances of his disappearance have ever been released to the public, and no significant leads have been announced by law enforcement. The case is characterized by a profound lack of information, leaving a lingering sense of uncertainty. For his family and the community, the absence of answers has created an enduring sense of loss. The investigation represents a cold case, a quiet but persistent effort to uncover the truth behind what happened to Morris Pejsach after he vanished from Caroga Lake.

Last Seen: Dec 1, 1996

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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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6834
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6834 • Found Nov 28, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 48
Race 100%White
Location 60%174 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 66%140 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5558
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5558 • Found Oct 5, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%169 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%179 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5637
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5637 • Found Nov 2, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%169 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 97%212 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5617
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5617 • Found Mar 2, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%172 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 80%152 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5701
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5701 • Found Jan 15, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%166 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 99%170 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5784
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5784 • Found Jul 16, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%172 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 78%150 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1674
John Doe — Weehawken, New Jersey
UP1674 • Found Nov 6, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%166 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%195 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5555
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5555 • Found Aug 7, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 61%169 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 78%150 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP2785
John Doe — New York, New York
UP2785 • Found Jul 6, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%167 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%179 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6797
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP6797 • Found Jan 24, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 48
Race 100%White
Location 61%170 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%190 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
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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