0 Vanished at Sea: The Unsolved Disappearance of Paulo Matos from Brick, NJ
- Missing Persons
- by CSC Blog
- 07/07/2025
A Routine Fishing Trip Turns Mysterious
On February 7, 2018, Paulo Matos, a 30-year-old resident of Brick, New Jersey, embarked on a commercial fishing trip aboard the vessel Queen Anne’s Revenge. The trip, which should have been routine, took a mysterious turn when Matos failed to return. His sudden disappearance has since left his family, friends, and the local community searching for answers.
A Man of Distinctive Features
Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing between 200 and 220 pounds, Paulo Matos was a notable presence. He had brown hair and brown eyes, and his body bore several distinctive tattoos: a scripture verse and the phrase “What we do is Secret” on his chest, and a ship on his right arm. Additionally, he had a lip piercing. These unique features have been crucial in efforts to identify him in the event of any sightings or discoveries....Read More