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Juan Rodriguez Rodriguez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lancaster, California on Dec 28, 1987

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Victim Details

Nov 5, 2016

Mar 25, 2024

Juan

Rodriguez Rodriguez

55

17

67 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 28, 1987

Lancaster

California

Los Angeles County

93536

19012

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Phoenix

Arizona

Maricopa County

85003

Kristina Hiers

Homicide Detective/ Deputy Sheriff

550 West Jackson Street, Arizona

6028761000

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.mcso.org/

17-035689

Nov 5, 2016

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Black

Black

Black

Oct 18, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP35960) and 1 other source
Juan Rodriguez-Rodriguez, 17, was last seen on December 28, 1987, in Lancaster, California. Originally from Mexico, he had come to the United States through Tijuana, Baja California. His family last heard from him in August 1992 when they received a letter postmarked from that time, but after that, all contact ceased. His disappearance has left many questions unanswered, as no significant leads or updates have surfaced since then.

At the time of his disappearance, Juan was described as being 5'7", weighing 140 pounds, with black hair. His case remains open, and law enforcement continues to search for information. Authorities encourage anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts or details surrounding his case to contact the appropriate law enforcement agencies.

Juan's case is listed with NamUs, and organizations focused on missing persons are working to bring attention to his unresolved disappearance. His family and investigators hope for any new leads that could help close this decades-old case.
Last Seen: Dec 28, 1987

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  • Juan Rodriguez | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom

    • 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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP9714 • Found Sep 22, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–27 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Reseda, California
    UP3888 • Found Aug 19, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%40 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    85%Strong
    John Doe — California
    UP3894 • Found Jul 22, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%151 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Burbank, California - unidentified case UP4014
    John Doe — Burbank, California
    UP4014 • Found Nov 7, 1988
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–24 vs 17
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%36 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 77%170 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3864 • Found Apr 14, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 89%162 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3897 • Found Jul 20, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 83%166 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California - unidentified case UP2525
    John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California
    UP2525 • Found Aug 16, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%52 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%149 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3710 • Found Dec 19, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 22–32 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 91%120 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3841 • Found Sep 7, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%149 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3905 • Found Jun 1, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 93%Est. 20–25 vs 17 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 77%170 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black

    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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