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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP61319)
Vicente Gaona, age 20, was last seen on February 2, 2000, near Salton City, California. His disappearance occurred under troubling circumstances. Vicente was reportedly attempting to cross the U.S.-Mexico border when the individuals who were smuggling him demanded more money for his passage. After this demand, Vicente was not heard from again, and his whereabouts remain unknown.

At the time of his disappearance, Vicente was described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5'7" tall and weighing about 160 pounds, with black hair. Despite efforts to locate him, there have been no significant developments in his case. His family and authorities remain concerned and hope that someone with information will come forward to help resolve his disappearance.

Last Seen: Feb 2, 2000

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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 — Campo, California
UP56619 • Found Feb 18, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 20
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 80%128 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP2660 • Found Oct 19, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%79 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 96%141 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Boulevard, California
UP2673 • Found Mar 12, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 15%Red vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP12610
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP12610 • Found Oct 3, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%50 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Ocotillo, California
UP13548 • Found Jun 22, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 20 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — El Centro, California - unidentified case UP14756
John Doe — El Centro, California
UP14756 • Found Jun 6, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 20
Race 60%White
Location 92%42 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Ocotillo, California - unidentified case UP12624
John Doe — Ocotillo, California
UP12624 • Found Sep 8, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%39 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 35%220 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP14740
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP14740 • Found Jul 28, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%50 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Escondido, California - unidentified case UP55597
John Doe — Escondido, California
UP55597 • Found Jul 12, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 86%62 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 93%138 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Bonita, California
UP55887 • Found Feb 5, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%75 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'7"

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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