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Tomas Colon Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Ana, California on Dec 1, 2001

Victim Details

Jan 16, 2015

Dec 14, 2022

Tomas

Colon

57

33

64 inches

66 inches

125 lbs

145 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Dec 1, 2001

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92703

16174

Santa Ana Police Department

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92701

60 Civic Center Plaza, California

7142458665

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.santa-ana.org/departments/police/

05-40524

Sep 19, 2005

Santa Ana Police Department

Black

Black

Black

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP27435) and 2 other sources
Tomas Colon, a 33-year-old man, went missing on December 1, 2001, from Santa Ana, California. On the day of his disappearance, Tomas reportedly left after a series of arguments, though further details surrounding these disputes are unclear. He has not been seen or heard from since that time.

Tomas is described as Hispanic, standing about 5'4" tall, and weighing approximately 125 pounds with black hair. Despite efforts by authorities and loved ones, his case remains unsolved, and his whereabouts are still unknown. His case is listed with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), but few additional leads have surfaced in the years since his disappearance.

If anyone has information regarding Tomas Colon's case, they are encouraged to contact local authorities, as his family continues to seek closure.
Last Seen: Dec 1, 2001

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP27435 - Office of Justice Programs
  • Names on the 9/11 Memorial

    • 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 — Lake Elsinore, California - unidentified case UP112534
    John Doe — Lake Elsinore, California
    UP112534 • Found Sep 9, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 93%35 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Corona, California
    UP52355 • Found Aug 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%25 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    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 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — City of Industry, California - unidentified case UP3026
    John Doe — City of Industry, California
    UP3026 • Found May 29, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 82%Est. 40–55 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%17 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%131 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%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 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 83%170–200 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Pine Valley, California
    UP55716 • Found Jan 24, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 74%103 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%123 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — San Marcos, California - unidentified case UP55956
    John Doe — San Marcos, California
    UP55956 • Found Dec 27, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'1" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 99%111 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Arleta, California
    UP7518 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 90%165 lb vs 125–145 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    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 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'4"–5'6"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 125–145 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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    Hey everyone, I was just reading through some old missing person cases, and Tomas Colon caught my... ...Read More
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