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John Montoya Missing Person Case

Last seen in Whittier, California on Jan 1, 2009

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Victim Details

Mar 12, 2014

May 14, 2020

John

Montoya

80

63

69 inches

200 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jan 1, 2009

Whittier

California

Los Angeles County

90601

No

23069

Whittier Police Department

Whittier

California

Los Angeles County

90602

13200 Penn Street, California

5625679200

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityofwhittier.org/government/police

12-4019

Whittier Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 17, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23796) and 1 other source
John Montoya, a 63-year-old man, was last seen on January 1, 2009, in Whittier, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was staying at the First United Methodist Church in Whittier and was known to live a transient lifestyle. Montoya was often seen in local parks and possibly in nearby cities such as Bell or Downey. His disappearance was concerning because it was unusual for his family to lose track of him for such an extended period. Montoya, described as Hispanic with gray hair, stood about 5'9" tall and weighed around 200 pounds.

Montoya's case remains unsolved, and authorities have continued to seek any information that could help locate him. Given his transient lifestyle, there are limited details available about his movements after he was last seen. Despite the time that has passed, the case is still open, and any new leads or tips are encouraged.
Last Seen: Jan 1, 2009

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP23796

    • 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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP10366
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP10366 • Found Mar 1, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%200 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP100668 • Found Sep 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 94%Est. 48–62 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 93%38 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 70%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79792
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP79792 • Found Mar 7, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–64 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 90%170 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'9"
    Weight 80%140–160 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 80%Est. 45–60 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 74%154 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%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 63 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84065
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84065 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 43%131 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP55211
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP55211 • Found Jan 16, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 63 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%198 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 70%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17844
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17844 • Found Apr 20, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 79%Est. 40–60 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 90%160–170 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 63 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'9"
    Weight 70%135–150 lb vs 200 lb
    Hair 70%Black vs Gray
    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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