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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP72822) and 1 other source
In the autumn of 1995, a profound mystery began to unfold in the bustling streets of Manhattan. Ken Goodman, a 46-year-old male resident of New York, New York, was last seen on November 14th of that year. Standing at six feet tall and weighing approximately 145 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, Ken's sudden and unexplained disappearance left his family and friends in a state of deep concern. On the day he vanished, he was reportedly near his home, but he never returned and made no further contact with anyone. His departure was alarming as there were no indications that he had planned to leave, and he had no known issues that would suggest he would vanish without a word.

The initial investigation into Ken Goodman's disappearance was launched by the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad. Detectives interviewed family members, friends, and neighbors, diligently attempting to piece together a timeline of his last known movements and activities. Searches were conducted in the areas he was known to frequent, yet these efforts yielded no significant leads or clues as to his whereabouts. His personal belongings were found undisturbed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play, adding to the perplexing nature of his case. As the days turned into weeks, the investigation struggled to gain traction, leaving his loved ones in an agonizing state of uncertainty.

With the passage of time, the case grew colder, and public appeals from his family for any information that could lead to his whereabouts went unanswered. Despite the persistent efforts of law enforcement to keep the case active, decades have passed, and Ken Goodman's disappearance remains an unsolved mystery that continues to weigh heavily on his family. The investigation is still open, with the hope that one day, new information will emerge to provide answers and bring closure to the enduring questions surrounding what happened to him. The circumstances of his vanishing, the lack of evidence, and the silent passage of years have left a void in the lives of those who knew him, creating a narrative of loss and unresolved questions in the heart of New York City.

Last Seen: Nov 14, 1995

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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.

84%Moderate
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 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6068
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6068 • Found Jul 28, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 99%160 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
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 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7289
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7289 • Found Nov 27, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 46
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 days after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
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 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 73%179 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5668
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5668 • Found Jun 17, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 86%170 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP5694
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP5694 • Found Jan 10, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%148 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6932
John Doe — New York, New York
UP6932 • Found Oct 17, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 35–45 vs 46
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
John Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6940
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP6940 • Found May 12, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 46
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 97%162 lb vs 145 lb
81%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP5990
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP5990 • Found Nov 25, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 46 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 34%200 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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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