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Jesus Padilla Missing Person Case

Last seen in West Covina, California on Oct 10, 1997

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Victim Details

Nov 20, 2015

Jan 12, 2024

Jesus

Padilla

68

39

69 inches

71 inches

170 lbs

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 10, 1997

West Covina

California

Los Angeles County

91790

17543

West Covina Police Department

West Covina

California

Los Angeles County

91790

Brandon Karmann

Lieutenant

1444 West Garvey Avenue, California

6269398500

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.wcpd.org

97-11547

Oct 13, 1997

West Covina Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP31097) and 1 other source
Jesus Padilla, a 39-year-old man, went missing on October 10, 1997, from West Covina, California. Little is publicly known about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, but his case has remained unresolved for decades. According to records, his case has been listed with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NAMUS), which continues to seek information that could help bring closure to his loved ones.

Despite efforts to investigate and gather leads, there have been no significant developments. As with many cold cases, the lack of details has made it challenging for authorities to determine what happened. The public is encouraged to come forward with any information that could assist in solving his case. Jesus's family and law enforcement are still hoping for any information that could provide answers after all these years.
Last Seen: Oct 10, 1997

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP31097 | 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.

    87%Strong
    John Doe — South El Monte, California
    UP3396 • Found May 7, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 91%145 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7016
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP7016 • Found Jan 5, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%172 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3455
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3455 • Found Sep 15, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 78%134 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP3094
    John Doe — California
    UP3094 • Found Feb 11, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%188 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Whittier, California
    UP3420 • Found Dec 30, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 39
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 34%105 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP14611
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP14611 • Found Sep 9, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 91%145 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Commerce, California - unidentified case UP13339
    John Doe — Commerce, California
    UP13339 • Found Jul 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Buena Park, California - unidentified case UP12758
    John Doe — Buena Park, California
    UP12758 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP3074
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3074 • Found Oct 24, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 39 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 94%148 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Industry, California
    UP3422 • Found Dec 7, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 39
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%174 lb vs 170–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    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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