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Brian Fernandez Missing Person Case

Last seen in North Hollywood, California on Dec 23, 2016

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Victim Details

Dec 30, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

Brian

Fernandez

30

21

68 inches

160 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Dec 23, 2016

North Hollywood

California

Los Angeles County

2602

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

161523758

Dec 26, 2016

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 10, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP36604) and 6 other sources
Brian Edgardo Fernandez, 21, was last seen on December 23, 2016, when he and his girlfriend, Olivia Hannah Gonzalez, left North Hollywood for a weekend trip to Big Sur, California. The couple, accompanied by their two dogs, traveled in a tan 2002 Honda Civic. They made a stop in Cambria, California, where they were captured on surveillance footage making a purchase at a store. They were expected to return home by Christmas Day, but never arrived.

On January 3, 2017, their vehicle was discovered at the base of a 325-foot cliff off the Pacific Coast Highway near Ragged Point in San Luis Obispo County. Inside the car, authorities found the bodies of Olivia and one of their dogs, both of whom had died in the crash. The second dog's body was found nearby days later. However, Brian Fernandez was not found at the scene, and extensive searches of the area yielded no trace of him. Authorities believe he may have been ejected from the vehicle and washed into the ocean, but his body has never been recovered.

The case remains open, with Brian still listed as missing. Investigators continue to seek any information that may lead to answers about his fate.
Last Seen: Dec 23, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP36604
  • SLO sheriff calls off search for missing North Hollywood man
  • Police ask for public's help to find young, missing North Hollywood ...
  • Crashed car in San Luis Obispo investigated for link to missing LA ...
  • Search ends for missing North Hollywood man
  • North Hollywood Couple Disappears After Christmas Trip To Big Sur

    • 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 — Marina del Rey, California
    UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 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 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP58827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP58827 • Found Jun 25, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 61%105–115 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California - unidentified case UP159177
    John Doe — San Bernardino, California
    UP159177 • Found Mar 30, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 91%183 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%58 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 89%135 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California - unidentified case UP118442
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP118442 • Found Jun 30, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–42 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 88%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 89%135 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 57%Est. 25–40 vs 21
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%170–200 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — La Puente, California - unidentified case UP106330
    John Doe — La Puente, California
    UP106330 • Found Jul 2, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 80%Est. 30–55 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — North Hollywood, California
    UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 21 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'8"
    Weight 53%90–110 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dulzura, California - unidentified case UP96389
    John Doe — Dulzura, California
    UP96389 • Found Sep 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 67%141 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 73%122 lb vs 160 lb
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
    UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 21 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 97%22 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 160 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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