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James Riley Missing Person Case

Last seen in Montebello, California on Mar 22, 2018

Victim Details

Jun 22, 2018

Oct 19, 2018

James

Riley

74

66

68 inches

72 inches

165 lbs

170 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Mar 22, 2018

Montebello

California

Los Angeles County

90640

37626

Montebello Police Department

Montebello

California

Los Angeles County

90640

Paul Antista

Detective

1600 West Beverly Boulevard, California

3238871313

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.cityofmontebello.com/department/police.html

18-1978

Montebello Police Department

9996

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP50738) and 3 other sources
James Riley, aged 66, went missing from Montebello, California, on March 22, 2018. He was last seen walking out of the Golden Manor care facility, where he was living at the time. Riley left the facility at an unknown time, and there has been no sign of him since.

Described as a Black male, Riley stood 5'8" tall, weighed around 165 pounds, and had black hair. His disappearance has remained unsolved, and there has been no significant evidence to determine his whereabouts. The case continues to be open, and authorities are seeking any information that could lead to finding Riley.

If you have any information, you are encouraged to contact the authorities, as the search for James Riley continues to be a priority.
Last Seen: Mar 22, 2018

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP50738 | NamUs
  • Missing Crusader Alumni | Monsignor McClancy Memorial High ...
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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

    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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP151807
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP151807 • Found Sep 22, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 55–65 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 91%194 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP86642
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP86642 • Found Nov 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84244
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84244 • Found Sep 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 56%Est. 35–60 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 99%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 76%207 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — West Hollywood, California - unidentified case UP119554
    John Doe — West Hollywood, California
    UP119554 • Found Mar 31, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 58%Est. 40–60 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 99%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 97%146 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP99013 • Found Nov 20, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 100%185–200 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP159079
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP159079 • Found Apr 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 45–60 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 81%132 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP110764 • Found Jun 6, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 62%Est. 50–60 vs 66 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 74%104 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 165–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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