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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP10272) and 7 other sources
In the autumn of 1998, a sense of unease settled over a Brooklyn neighborhood when 68-year-old Gloria Rodriguez, a Hispanic female with gray hair and brown eyes, vanished. On November 3rd, she was last seen at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the 3000 block of Mermaid Avenue. Standing at 5'3' and weighing around 160 pounds, Gloria was a familiar presence in her community. The day she went missing, she was reportedly in front of 3602 Mermaid Avenue. From that moment on, no one has reported seeing or hearing from her again, leaving her family and friends in a state of perpetual uncertainty.

The circumstances surrounding Gloria's disappearance are shrouded in mystery, with very few details available to the public. Information regarding what she was wearing or if she had any personal belongings with her at the time she was last seen has not been made available. This lack of specific information has made it incredibly difficult for investigators to piece together a timeline of events leading up to her disappearance. The New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad took on the case, but despite their efforts, the investigation has yielded no significant leads over the years. Her case is classified as an endangered missing person, a designation that underscores the serious concerns for her safety and well-being.

Years have turned into decades, and the case of Gloria Rodriguez remains cold and unsolved. The passage of time has not diminished the hope of finding answers, though the likelihood of a resolution dwindles with each passing day. The initial investigation, hampered by a lack of evidence and witnesses, has left a void where a clear narrative should be. The case remains an open wound for her loved ones and the community, a poignant reminder of a life interrupted without explanation. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance that has left more questions than answers, a silent testament to the many individuals who vanish and the enduring pain of those left behind to wonder.

Last Seen: Nov 3, 1998

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.

82%Moderate
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6143
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP6143 • Found Nov 17, 1999
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 70–90 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%148 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — New York - unidentified case UP60275
Jane Doe — New York
UP60275 • Found Aug 20, 2019
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%158 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6020
Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
UP6020 • Found Jan 30, 2000
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"
Weight 85%132 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Ridley Township, Pennsylvania
UP161329 • Found Aug 22, 2002
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%91 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
Weight 70%120 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP70309
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP70309 • Found May 29, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 81%Est. 45–65 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 79%127 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 70%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP79016
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP79016 • Found Mar 20, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%169 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP73935
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP73935 • Found Jul 14, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 80%Est. 40–65 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%174 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 70%Brown vs Gray
76%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7355
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP7355 • Found Feb 21, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 60%Est. 50–90 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
Weight 91%137 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP59730
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP59730 • Found May 8, 2019
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 65–85 vs 68 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%5 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 70%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP17517
Jane Doe — New York, New York
UP17517 • Found Feb 1, 2018
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Sex ✓Female
Age 80%Est. 40–65 vs 68 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'4" vs 5'3"
Hair 70%Brown vs Gray

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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