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Victor Balbuena Missing Person Case

Last seen in Artesia, California on Oct 18, 2009

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Victim Details

Feb 10, 2012

Apr 21, 2015

Victor

Balbuena

37

20

68 inches

155 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 18, 2009

Artesia

California

Los Angeles County

90701

11364

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Monterey Park

California

,

009-27596-1349-400

Nov 9, 2009

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Black

Black

Black

Oct 6, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13883) and 1 other source
Victor Balbuena, a 20-year-old male, was last seen by his family on October 18, 2009, in Artesia, California. Unfortunately, few details have emerged about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The case has limited information publicly available, and his family has not received any substantial updates regarding his whereabouts.

Victor is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5'8" tall, weighing around 155 pounds, with black hair. Despite efforts from law enforcement and missing persons organizations, his case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information about Victor's disappearance to come forward.
Last Seen: Oct 18, 2009

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP13883 | 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.

    87%Strong
    John Doe — Compton, California
    UP10299 • Found Dec 26, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%170–200 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12379
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12379 • Found Jan 26, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12158
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12158 • Found Jan 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 77%Est. 14–18 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%150–175 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California - unidentified case UP118442
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP118442 • Found Jun 30, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 92%38 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 94%135 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12377
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12377 • Found Jan 12, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 92%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
    UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%170–180 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12867 • Found May 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 59%200–250 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP9086
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP9086 • Found Jul 27, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 88%55 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 94%135 lb vs 155 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black

    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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