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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP42650) and 4 other sources
Steven Delgado, a 21-year-old man from Selma, California, was last in contact with his family on September 1, 1984. At the time of his disappearance, Delgado had been speaking to his family from Florida, after which they never heard from him again. He was described as being between 5'6" and 5'9" tall, weighing approximately 140 to 150 pounds, with brown hair.

There are limited details surrounding the circumstances of his disappearance, and despite efforts by both law enforcement and his family, his whereabouts remain unknown. His case is classified as missing, and authorities are still seeking information that could help resolve this decades-long mystery. Steven's case is listed on several missing persons databases, including NamUs, and investigators continue to request any potential leads.

If you have any information regarding Steven Delgado's disappearance, you are encouraged to contact the Selma Police Department.

Last Seen: Sep 1, 1984

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
John Doe — Selma, California - unidentified case UP15830
John Doe — Selma, California
UP15830 • Found Jul 16, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 98%124 lb vs 140–150 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — San Martin, California
UP123466 • Found Apr 13, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%116 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — California
UP61190 • Found Aug 20, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%162 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP128534
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP128534 • Found Jan 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 39 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 99%115–125 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP15834
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP15834 • Found Oct 5, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 68%5'3" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%136 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Glamis, California - unidentified case UP15319
John Doe — Glamis, California
UP15319 • Found Oct 2, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–22 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Visalia, California - unidentified case UP53077
John Doe — Visalia, California
UP53077 • Found Oct 30, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3"–5'4" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%125–135 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Berkeley, California - unidentified case UP53302
John Doe — Berkeley, California
UP53302 • Found Mar 19, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 61%172 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%137 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Sacramento, California
UP2398 • Found Aug 11, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 60%176 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP4180 • Found Dec 22, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 57%190 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'9"
Weight 100%134 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
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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