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Louis Salazar Missing Person Case

Last seen in Hesperia, California on Sep 3, 2016

Victim Details

Nov 17, 2016

Jun 26, 2024

Louis

Salazar

56

46

60 inches

250 lbs

270 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Sep 3, 2016

Hesperia

California

San Bernardino County

92345

No

55933

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department- Hesperia Station

Hesperia

California

San Bernardino County

92345

15840 Smoketree Street, California

7609471500

County

Law Enforcement

http://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/patrol-stations/hesperia/

191606247

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department- Hesperia Station

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP36171) and 4 other sources
Louis Salazar, a 46-year-old man, was last seen on September 3, 2016, in Hesperia, California. His family reported him missing on September 8, 2016, after not hearing from him. On September 11, his abandoned vehicle was located on Forest Service Road 2N49 near State Highway 138 in the Lake Silverwood area. The location of the vehicle raised concerns, as it was found in a remote area without any sign of Salazar.

At the time of his disappearance, Salazar was described as a Hispanic male, about 5'7" tall, weighing around 250 pounds, with gray hair. Despite extensive searches, no significant leads have emerged, and his case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to seek any information regarding his whereabouts, suspecting foul play may have been involved due to the mysterious circumstances surrounding the discovery of his vehicle. Investigators urge anyone with information to come forward to help solve this ongoing case.

The case is being handled by the local authorities, and more information is available through platforms such as NamUs and other missing persons databases.
Last Seen: Sep 3, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Louis A Salazar | State of California - Department of Justice">Louis A Salazar | State of California - Department of Justice
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  • Hesperia, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime
  • Crestline, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime

    • 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.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — North Hills, California - unidentified case UP17371
    John Doe — North Hills, California
    UP17371 • Found Dec 23, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'3" vs 5'0"
    Weight 53%169 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    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 85%Est. 30–55 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'0"
    Weight 38%140–155 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP74894
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP74894 • Found Oct 17, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'8"–5'0" vs 5'0"
    Weight 0%100–110 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17322
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17322 • Found Dec 2, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
    Weight 13%132 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Corona, California
    UP52355 • Found Aug 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 48–62 vs 46
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'3" vs 5'0"
    Weight 23%141 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%59 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'0"
    Weight 37%154 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17240
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17240 • Found Oct 6, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 36%5'5" vs 5'0"
    Weight 88%208 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sherman Oaks, California - unidentified case UP15932
    John Doe — Sherman Oaks, California
    UP15932 • Found Sep 24, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 50%Est. 55–70 vs 46
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
    Weight 69%184 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP149750
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP149750 • Found Aug 9, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'0"
    Weight 32%135–150 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP98209
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP98209 • Found Dec 1, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'0"
    Weight 5%115–125 lb vs 250–270 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    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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    Forum Posts (2)

    Has anyone else looked into the specific spot where Louis Salazar’s car was found? The remoteness of... ...Read More
    02/15/2024
    Has anyone else noticed how strange it is that Louis Salazar's vehicle was abandoned on Forest... ...Read More
    03/06/2023

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