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Jose Guillen Missing Person Case

Last seen in Whittier, California on Jul 4, 2008

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Victim Details

Jan 11, 2014

Jan 12, 2024

Jose

Guillen

45

27

71 inches

226 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jul 4, 2008

Whittier

California

Los Angeles County

90604

14758

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Monterey Park

California

,

008-12655-0495-400

Jul 7, 2008

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23200) and 4 other sources
Jose Nery Guillen, 27, was last seen on July 4, 2008, leaving his home in Whittier, California. He was traveling with his friend, Raymond Naranjo, in a black 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche with the license plate number 7W80666. They were on their way to Sonora, Mexico, where Guillen planned to visit his father. However, neither of them arrived at their destination, and both have been missing ever since.

At the time of his disappearance, Guillen was described as 5'11", weighing 226 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He had distinctive tattoos, including the word "Aztec" on his left leg and the name "Alexis" on his left arm. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, blue shorts, and white shoes.

Despite ongoing investigations, few details have emerged regarding their disappearance. Authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward to help bring closure to this case.
Last Seen: Jul 4, 2008

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP23200 | NamUs
  • Jose Nery Guillen | State of California - Department of Justice
  • 2008 Cold Case: Jose Nery Guillen & Raymond Serefino ... - YouTube
  • Missing Person / 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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Compton, California
    UP10299 • Found Dec 26, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 62%163 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 58%150–160 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%25 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 79%170–180 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Santa Monica, California
    UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 27 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'11"
    Weight 94%255–275 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Vista, California
    UP76365 • Found Nov 26, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 94%255 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17827 • Found Apr 12, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 76%Est. 40–55 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'11"
    Weight 88%175–190 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'11"
    Weight 97%170–200 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 27 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'11"
    Weight 55%157 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Arleta, California
    UP7518 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 27
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%32 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 36%5'6" vs 5'11"
    Weight 64%165 lb vs 226 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12867 • Found May 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 27 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%200–250 lb vs 226 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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