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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP16540) and 2 other sources
In the vast and often unforgiving landscape of the Arizona borderlands, the story of a young man's disappearance has echoed for over a decade, a silent testament to a family's enduring hope and the mysteries that can swallow a person whole. Jesus Enrique Perez Nunez, a 19-year-old male, was last seen on June 18, 2010, in the small border town of Lukeville, Arizona. Known to his loved ones as "Cachun," Jesus was at a pivotal point in his life, standing on the cusp of adulthood. His last known movements were in the context of crossing the U.S./Mexico border, a journey that for many is fraught with peril and uncertainty. What should have been a transitional moment in his life instead became a point of painful ambiguity for those who knew and loved him.

Jesus is described as a Hispanic male with brown hair and striking hazel eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood at a height of five feet three inches and weighed approximately 120 pounds. His physical appearance was distinguished by several identifying marks that paint a picture of a life lived with both moments of joy and hardship. A scar was present on his chin, and his hands bore the marks of past injuries, including a burn on his right index finger. A tattoo of the name "Dalayla," accompanied by a flower, was inked on his right hand, a permanent reminder of someone or something he held dear. When he was last seen, he was wearing white Nike tennis shoes and was carrying a black backpack and a black wallet. These personal items, along with the unique marks on his body, represent the last tangible connections to his presence in the world.

The circumstances surrounding Jesus Perez Nunez's disappearance remain shrouded in the sparse details provided by official reports. The brief notation that he was "last seen crossing the US/Mexico border" leaves a vast and troubling void of information. This lack of specific detail is a heavy burden for his family to bear, leaving them to endlessly ponder the myriad of potential fates that could befall a person in such a vulnerable situation. The Pima County Medical Examiner's Office is listed as the investigating agency, a detail that underscores the serious nature of his case from the outset. The absence of any official resolution or public updates over the years has only deepened the mystery, turning his story into one of quiet, unresolved sorrow. The case of Jesus Perez Nunez serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish near the border, their stories often untold and their fates unknown, leaving families in a perpetual state of waiting and wondering.

Last Seen: Jun 18, 2010

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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 — Maricopa, Arizona - unidentified case UP10459
John Doe — Maricopa, Arizona
UP10459 • Found Jan 30, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%114 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Queenswell Village, Arizona - unidentified case UP9067
John Doe — Queenswell Village, Arizona
UP9067 • Found Jul 7, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%41 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP15696
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP15696 • Found Nov 8, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP14066
John Doe — Arizona
UP14066 • Found Oct 21, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
80%Moderate
John Doe — San Miguel, Arizona - unidentified case UP13163
John Doe — San Miguel, Arizona
UP13163 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–31 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%64 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 120 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Menagers Dam, Arizona - unidentified case UP106624
John Doe — Menagers Dam, Arizona
UP106624 • Found Feb 4, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–40 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'3"
79%Possible
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP54288
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona
UP54288 • Found Jul 23, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'3"
79%Possible
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP51289
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona
UP51289 • Found Feb 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'3"
79%Possible
John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP14730
John Doe — Arizona
UP14730 • Found Sep 7, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
79%Possible
John Doe — Itak, Arizona - unidentified case UP13748
John Doe — Itak, Arizona
UP13748 • Found Aug 5, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–23 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%49 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"
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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