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Tomas Gonzalez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Ana, California on Jan 1, 1985

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Victim Details

Nov 2, 2017

Sep 8, 2023

Tomas

Gonzalez

67

26

67 inches

120 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 1, 1985

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

No

34249

Santa Ana Police Department

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92701

Victoria Jurado

Investigator

60 Civic Center Plaza, California

7142458665

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.santa-ana.org/departments/police/

15-15130

Jun 12, 2015

Santa Ana Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 10, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP40570) and 1 other source
Tomas Gonzalez, a 26-year-old man, was last seen on January 1, 1985, in Santa Ana, California. On that day, he left his residence and never returned. There are no specific details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance, but it remains a mystery. He has not been heard from since, and no significant leads have emerged in the investigation.

Tomas is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5'7" in height and weighing around 120 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes, with a distinguishing birthmark on his right cheek. His case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information that might lead to his whereabouts. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact local law enforcement agencies.
Last Seen: Jan 1, 1985

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP40570 | NamUs

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California - unidentified case UP7666
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California
    UP7666 • Found Oct 10, 1988
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 98%Est. 30–40 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Anaheim, California - unidentified case UP7659
    John Doe — Anaheim, California
    UP7659 • Found Dec 6, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 23 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 93%136 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Gardena, California
    UP3879 • Found Oct 12, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 27–37 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%130 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — California
    UP3952 • Found Sep 22, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 24–29 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 97%134 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Bell Gardens, California
    UP4202 • Found Apr 17, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 18–25 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%22 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%130 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3710 • Found Dec 19, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 22–32 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%120 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP9714 • Found Sep 22, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–27 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 83%142 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3894 • Found Jul 22, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 68%151 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3900 • Found Jul 13, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 78%145 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP4003 • Found Jan 15, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%118 lb vs 120 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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