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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP22228) and 4 other sources
Tilsia Peralta Martinez, 45 years old, was last seen on April 12, 2002, in La Puente, California. On that day, she left a message for her son, informing him she was going out with a friend and reminding him to feed the dog. She also canceled an appointment for April 15, citing a family emergency. However, she never arrived at her planned destination and has not been heard from since. At the time of her disappearance, Martinez was working as a beautician, and her coworkers recalled that during her last shift, she appeared unusually nervous, with her hands shaking so badly that she struggled to perform certain tasks.

Three days after her disappearance, on April 15, Martinez's white 1991 Cadillac Eldorado was found abandoned near the Soup Plantation restaurant at the Puente Hills Mall in the City of Industry. No trace of Martinez was found near the vehicle, and her sudden disappearance has raised suspicions. Authorities believe she may have been the victim of foul play, potentially homicide, although her remains have never been found.

Martinez's case remains open, with ongoing investigations by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Despite the lack of concrete leads, her family continues to search for answers regarding her disappearance.

Last Seen: Apr 12, 2002

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.

83%Moderate
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP94448
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP94448 • Found Jun 18, 2022
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'1"
Weight 100%140–150 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
83%Moderate
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3145
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP3145 • Found Dec 30, 2002
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'1"
Weight 100%173 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Arleta, California - unidentified case UP104482
Jane Doe — Arleta, California
UP104482 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%29 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'1"
Weight 96%125–145 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California - unidentified case UP62395
Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California
UP62395 • Found Oct 30, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%4'8"–5'0" vs 5'1"
Weight 47%95–110 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Corona, California - unidentified case UP6964
Jane Doe — Corona, California
UP6964 • Found Sep 20, 2009
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%30 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1" vs 5'1"
Weight 59%117 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Sherman Oaks, California - unidentified case UP14607
Jane Doe — Sherman Oaks, California
UP14607 • Found Jan 1, 2007
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%4'11" vs 5'1"
Weight 84%135 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Angeles National Forest, California - unidentified case UP2963
Jane Doe — Angeles National Forest, California
UP2963 • Found Dec 20, 2007
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 44–56 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'1"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP80466
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP80466 • Found Apr 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'1"
Weight 78%115–130 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Blue vs Black
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP59708
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP59708 • Found Aug 24, 2019
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'1"
Weight 78%110–130 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Santa Clarita, California
UP11671 • Found Apr 10, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'1"
Weight 64%120 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 60%Black 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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