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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP28643) and 5 other sources
Rafael Valles Moreno, a 37-year-old man, was last seen on August 30, 1982, at the Pastime Bar in Escondido, California. He was reportedly in the company of three Hispanic men that evening. Shortly after, on September 1, 1982, Moreno's vehicle, a van, was discovered abandoned in a field in Poway, California. Despite efforts to locate him, Moreno has not been seen or heard from since that night, and the circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear.

Known to his friends and family by the nickname "Chino," Moreno was 5'10" tall, weighed around 160 pounds, and had black hair and brown eyes. His case remains unsolved, and law enforcement continues to seek information. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is handling the investigation, with few leads emerging over the years.

Authorities encourage anyone with information about Moreno's disappearance to come forward as his case remains open.

Last Seen: Aug 30, 1982

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.

86%Strong
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP65257
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP65257 • Found Sep 22, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%38 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%166 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Imperial Beach, California
UP65700 • Found Mar 24, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 37
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
83%Moderate
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP159311
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP159311 • Found Nov 23, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%28 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Camp Pendleton North, California - unidentified case UP108109
John Doe — Camp Pendleton North, California
UP108109 • Found Jul 18, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%19 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%168 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP3909
John Doe — California
UP3909 • Found Apr 28, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Jamul, California - unidentified case UP58629
John Doe — Jamul, California
UP58629 • Found Jun 17, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%30 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%153 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — San Ysidro, California - unidentified case UP134557
John Doe — San Ysidro, California
UP134557 • Found Jun 26, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 25–35 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%39 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Imperial Beach, California - unidentified case UP104114
John Doe — Imperial Beach, California
UP104114 • Found Apr 29, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Imperial Beach, California - unidentified case UP117832
John Doe — Imperial Beach, California
UP117832 • Found Feb 1, 1985
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Sex ✓Male
Age 96%Est. 40–50 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 36%5'5" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP91668 • Found Aug 5, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 37
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 20%5'4" vs 5'10"
Weight 75%124 lb vs 160 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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