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William Orellana Missing Person Case

Last seen in Chatsworth, California on Mar 24, 2016

Victim Details

May 26, 2017

Jun 7, 2017

William

Orellana

27

17

68 inches

170 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Mar 24, 2016

Chatsworth

California

Los Angeles County

91311

32869

Los Angeles Police Department

Northridge

California

,

161707941

Los Angeles Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38339) and 7 other sources
William Orellana, a 17-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen on March 24, 2016, in Chatsworth, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was 5'8" tall and weighed approximately 170 pounds, with black hair. Few details about the circumstances of his disappearance are publicly available, making it unclear what led to his vanishing.

Orellana’s case is listed in national missing persons databases, but despite the passage of time, there have been no significant developments. His case remains open, and authorities are still seeking any information that could help locate him. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the appropriate authorities.
Last Seen: Mar 24, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • ABC7 Eyewitness News | William Richard Orellana, a father of three ...">ABC7 Eyewitness News | William Richard Orellana, a father of three ...
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP38339
  • William Orellana crashed his car July 20. He's been missing ever since
  • William Orellana - International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Mystery deepens around missing Upland father after car found ...
  • Missing Children Data from NAMUS website - GitHubのGist
  • Why did William Orellana disappear after his car crash?

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    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 — Marina del Rey, California
    UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%170–180 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP159177
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California
    UP159177 • Found Mar 30, 2026
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 81%78 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 82%Est. 28–42 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 79%135 lb vs 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.

    Unidentified photos are blurred because many are post-mortem. Tap a photo to reveal it.

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    Hey all, I just can't stop thinking about William Orellana's case from Chatsworth. It's unsettling... ...Read More
    05/10/2024
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    06/01/2023
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