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Humberto Ruvalcaba Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Paula, California on Jan 26, 2011

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Victim Details

Aug 26, 2015

Jan 12, 2024

Humberto

Ruvalcaba

41

26

65 inches

70 inches

130 lbs

160 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jan 26, 2011

Santa Paula

California

Ventura County

93060

17111

Santa Paula Police Department

Santa Paula

California

,

SG1100228

Jan 26, 2011

Santa Paula Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 11, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP29983) and 3 other sources
Humberto Martinez Ruvalcaba, age 26, was last seen on January 26, 2011, in Santa Paula, California. On the day of his disappearance, Ruvalcaba left his residence and has not been heard from since. His family has had no contact with him since that day, raising significant concern about his whereabouts. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a long-sleeved shirt and shorts. Ruvalcaba is described as a Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5'5" and weighing about 130 pounds. He also has several tattoos, including the name "Juana" on the left side of his chest and additional tattoos on his back and forearm.

Despite the passage of time, very few details are available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance, and no significant leads have emerged. The Santa Paula Police Department continues to investigate, and authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward. His case remains unsolved, and his family continues to hope for answers.
Last Seen: Jan 26, 2011

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP29983 | NamUs
  • Humberto Martinez Ruvalcaba - California Department of Justice
  • Humberto Martinez Ruvalcaba - The Charley Project

    • 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 26
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%58 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%50 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%170–200 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12379
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12379 • Found Jan 26, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP9086
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP9086 • Found Jul 27, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 73%111 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown 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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%52 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 99%105–115 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Thermal, California - unidentified case UP109337
    John Doe — Thermal, California
    UP109337 • Found Sep 11, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 60%174 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 97%113 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12867 • Found May 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 63%200–250 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
    UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'10"
    Weight 100%170–180 lb vs 130–160 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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