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Garrett Medina Missing Person Case

Last seen in Mission Viejo, California on May 18, 2015

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Victim Details

Jun 14, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

Garrett

Medina

46

35

73 inches

74 inches

165 lbs

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 18, 2015

Mission Viejo

California

Orange County

92691

No

33691

Orange County Sheriff's Department

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92703

550 North Flower Street, California

7146477000

County

Law Enforcement

www.ocsd.org

15-213336

Sep 25, 2015

Orange County Sheriff's Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38623) and 6 other sources
Garrett Jacob Medina, age 35, was last seen on May 18, 2015, when he picked up his gray Dodge Ram 2500 truck from a tow yard in Mission Viejo, California. He informed his family that he planned to travel to Bend, Oregon, where some of his relatives lived. However, Garrett never arrived at his destination and has not been heard from since. His truck, which bears the California license plate #68434J1, also remains missing.

At the time of his disappearance, Garrett was transient and frequently stayed in areas around Newport Beach, San Clemente, and Lake Forest. He had black hair, brown eyes, and a number of distinguishing tattoos, including a spiderweb on his neck, and scars on his chin, nose, and left wrist. He also had several missing teeth that were capped. His disappearance has remained unsolved, and both Garrett and his vehicle have not been located since that day.

The Orange County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. Despite the ongoing investigation, Garrett's case remains a mystery, and his family is still seeking answers.
Last Seen: May 18, 2015

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP38623
  • Garrett Jacob Medina - The Charley Project
  • Missing: Garrett Jacob Medina - 411 Gina
  • Garrett Jacob Medina | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Garrett Jacob Medina vanished from Mission Viejo, CA in 2015 ...
  • 2015 Cold Case: Garrett Jacob Medina CA Plates 68434J1 ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP16874
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16874 • Found Jul 20, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%40 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP88645
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California
    UP88645 • Found Jan 11, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'11" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 91%140 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP110585
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP110585 • Found Oct 14, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 73%215 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Santa Monica, California
    UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 8%255–275 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Sun Valley, California - unidentified case UP52915
    John Doe — Sun Valley, California
    UP52915 • Found Sep 13, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 100%185 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP17829 • Found Sep 26, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 20–50 vs 35
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 100%166 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — North Hollywood, California
    UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'4"–5'10" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 49%90–110 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
    UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'7"–5'10" vs 6'1"–6'2"
    Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 165–175 lb

    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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