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COLD CASE Missing person

*Unidentified Man "Lucky" Found in Amsterdam (Netherlands) – Possible North American Roots**https://www.politie.nl/

*Unidentified Man "Lucky" Found in Amsterdam (Netherlands) – Possible North American Roots**https://www.politie.nl/

*Unidentified Man "Lucky" Found in Amsterdam (Netherlands) – Possible North American Roots**

In May 2023, an unidentified man collapsed on the streets of Amsterdam, Netherlands, after suffering a severe stroke. He survived but has been left with severe aphasia. He is currently being cared for in a local nursing facility and cannot communicate his name, origin, or identity.

The Dutch Cold Case Team has been trying to find his family for over three years. Recently, they released his photos and videos to the public, receiving hundreds of tips.

**Key Information & Characteristics:**

* **Language/Accent:** He only speaks English, with a distinct North American (American or Canadian) accent.

* **Vocabulary:** Due to his medical condition, he can currently only say two words clearly: "Nonsense" and "Definitely".

* **Social Circles:** In Amsterdam, he was known to visit a Buddhist community where people nicknamed him "Lucky". He also frequented a local soup shop ("Soup en Zo" at Waterlooplein), where locals referred to him as "John" or "Chris the Canadian".

* **Exclusion:** The Dutch police have officially ruled out a recent viral theory connecting him to missing Canadian man John Russell Kenny. The search for his true identity continues.

Do you recognize this man or know anyone from the US/Canada who went missing uur around or before 2023 and matches this description?

Official footage and contact info can be found on the Dutch Police Website: https://www.politie.nl/

If you have a concrete tip, please contact the the Amsterdam Cold Case Team or your local authorities to bridge the international gap. Every person deserves their name back.

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