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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP69610) and 1 other source
In the autumn of 1979, a young man named Allen Stolzenberg, at the age of 27, vanished from the Bronx, New York. On October 30th of that year, he was last seen leaving his parents' residence. The circumstances surrounding his departure were unsettling; he reportedly left without any personal belongings such as clothing or money, and for no clear reason. This uncharacteristic behavior was the beginning of a long and painful period of uncertainty for his family, who reported him missing when he did not return or make any contact. At the time of his disappearance, Allen was described as a white male, standing at 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 175 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.

The initial investigation into Allen's disappearance yielded no significant leads, leaving authorities with very little information to proceed with. Decades have passed since he was last seen, and his case has grown cold, marked by a lack of evidence and witnesses. His family has endured years of not knowing what happened to him, a heavy burden of unanswered questions. The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad has maintained the case file, but without new information, the investigation has remained at a standstill. The official records note that he wore thick glasses and had a scar on the bridge of his nose.

The case of Allen Stolzenberg is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear under mysterious circumstances, leaving their loved ones in a perpetual state of limbo. Over the years, his case has been entered into national databases for missing persons in the hope that new information might surface. Despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues, fueled by the hope that someone, somewhere, may hold a piece of information that could finally bring clarity to this long-unsolved mystery. The lack of any substantial developments has left his family and investigators searching for closure for over four decades. His case remains an open and active investigation, a silent testament to a life interrupted.

Last Seen: Oct 30, 1979

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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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP9121
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP9121 • Found Dec 26, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey - unidentified case UP6785
John Doe — Jersey City, New Jersey
UP6785 • Found Jul 29, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away
TimingFound 29 years after last seen
Height 100%6'2" vs 6'2"
Weight 81%209 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5982
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5982 • Found Oct 15, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 84%6'4" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%179 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
81%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5641
John Doe — New York, New York
UP5641 • Found Nov 20, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 100%6'3" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7756
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7756 • Found Jan 17, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%12 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 68%5'11" vs 6'2"
Weight 95%197 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
81%Moderate
John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7457
John Doe — New York, New York
UP7457 • Found Apr 29, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%6'3" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%190 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
80%Moderate
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7404
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP7404 • Found Aug 1, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
80%Moderate
John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP2277
John Doe — Bronx, New York
UP2277 • Found Jul 8, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'2"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — West Milford, New Jersey
UP1718 • Found Jun 10, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 33–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%31 mi away
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%6'0" vs 6'2"
Weight 100%182 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP123277
John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP123277 • Found Jun 18, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 6'2"
Weight 88%147 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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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