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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP70297)
On a summer day in July of 1992, 41-year-old Eugene Hering was last seen in Brooklyn, New York. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 5'9' and weighing around 135 pounds, with blond or strawberry-colored hair and green eyes. He also had a mustache and beard. When he was last seen, he was wearing a dark gray jacket, a blue and black shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers. The specific circumstances leading up to the moment he went missing are not publicly known, leaving a void of information for those who are concerned about his welfare.

The investigation into Eugene Hering's disappearance was handled by the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad. Despite their efforts, the case has remained unsolved for decades, with few to no significant leads or developments reported since he was first reported missing. The lack of new information has made it incredibly difficult for investigators to piece together the events of that day and understand what might have happened to him. The passage of time has further complicated the search, as memories fade and potential evidence can be lost.

The case of Eugene Hering is a long-standing mystery, marked by an absence of clear details surrounding his disappearance. The official record of his case offers a description of the man and what he was wearing, but the crucial narrative of his last known hours and the reasons for his disappearance remain elusive. Without witnesses or a clear timeline of events, the investigation has been left with many unanswered questions. His case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish, leaving behind families and communities to grapple with the uncertainty and the hope for answers.

Last Seen: Jul 21, 1992

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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 — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP7853
John Doe — Queens, New York
UP7853 • Found Jul 22, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 77%164 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Blond vs Blond
Eyes 70%Hazel vs Green
85%Strong
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7873
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7873 • Found Mar 9, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 41
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%125 lb vs 135 lb
83%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 100%Est. 35–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 90%155 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7817
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7817 • Found Jul 28, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 76%165 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7736
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7736 • Found Jun 12, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 30–40 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 98%150 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
83%Moderate
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey
UP1782 • Found Aug 3, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 43–53 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 83%160 lb vs 135 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6883
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6883 • Found Sep 11, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 67%170 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 50%Gray vs Green
82%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7719
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7719 • Found Mar 1, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 67%170 lb vs 135 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7959
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7959 • Found Mar 17, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 41
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 76%165 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 70%Hazel vs Green
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6167
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6167 • Found Apr 26, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 41 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green

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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