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Joseph Orosco Missing Person Case

Last seen in Pomona, California on Mar 14, 2004

Victim Details

May 21, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

Joseph

Orosco

49

27

68 inches

190 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Mar 14, 2004

Pomona

California

Los Angeles County

3056

Pomona Police Department

Pomona

California

,

04-040244

Pomona Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP33791) and 3 other sources
Joseph Orosco, 27 years old at the time of his disappearance, was last seen in Pomona, California, on March 14, 2004. Orosco, who stood 5'8" tall and weighed 190 pounds, was wearing a white shirt, blue shorts, and white shoes when he was last seen. He had several distinctive tattoos, including the word "Pomona" on his back and numerous tattoos on his upper body.

Authorities believe Orosco may have disappeared under suspicious circumstances, but little information has surfaced about the case since he went missing. Despite efforts by the Pomona Police Department to gather leads, few details have emerged to provide insight into what may have happened to him. His case remains unsolved, and it is still classified as endangered missing.

Orosco's disappearance has drawn ongoing concern from both investigators and his family. Anyone with information about his case is encouraged to contact the Pomona Police Department.
Last Seen: Mar 14, 2004

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Joseph Orosco | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Joseph Orosco - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP33791 | 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Compton, California
    UP10299 • Found Dec 26, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%29 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 92%163 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17827 • Found Apr 12, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%33 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%31 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%170–200 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Arleta, California
    UP7518 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 92%41 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 94%165 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP154628
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP154628 • Found Dec 8, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 88%150–160 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    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 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    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 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 59%135 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79792
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP79792 • Found Mar 7, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–64 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'11" vs 5'8"
    Weight 99%170 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12867 • Found May 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%200–250 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12377
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12377 • Found Jan 12, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 85%157 lb vs 190 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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