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Atenojenes Villa Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fresno, California on Oct 29, 1993

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Victim Details

Mar 30, 2017

Oct 17, 2023

Atenojenes

Villa

72

39

71 inches

73 inches

170 lbs

180 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 29, 1993

Fresno

California

Fresno County

33336

Fresno County Sheriff's Office

Fresno

California

Fresno County

93721

Javier Puente

Missing Person Detective

2200 Fresno Street, California

5596008400

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.fresnosheriff.org/

#93-29839

Oct 29, 1993

Fresno County Sheriff's Office

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37635) and 1 other source
Atenojenes Villa, a 39-year-old man, was last seen on October 29, 1993, in Fresno, California. At the time of his disappearance, Villa was reported missing under circumstances that have remained unclear for years. Despite various efforts to locate him, little information has emerged about his case. According to public records, Villa's case has been listed in several databases, including NAMUS, which has been instrumental in tracking missing person cases nationwide.

Villa’s disappearance remains unsolved, and the authorities continue to seek any information that could help lead to his whereabouts. His case is still active with the Fresno Police Department, and anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts is encouraged to contact local law enforcement to aid in resolving the case.
Last Seen: Oct 29, 1993

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP37635

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP53058 • Found Oct 3, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%66 mi away, same state
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 52%5'7" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP145175
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP145175 • Found Jul 19, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 36%5'6" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 50%114 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Stockton, California
    UP87371 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 71%118 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 28 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 100%161–170 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Bakersfield, California
    UP61304 • Found Nov 30, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 74%104 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 25 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 97%140–150 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP15816 • Found Jul 7, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 39 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 47%238 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3419
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3419 • Found Mar 9, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 55%205 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Newman, California - unidentified case UP13001
    John Doe — Newman, California
    UP13001 • Found Feb 1, 1995
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 53%Est. 25–35 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'1"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 170–180 lb
    Hair 60%Brown 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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    I was scrolling through old missing persons cases and stumbled upon Atenojenes Villa. It's puzzling... ...Read More
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