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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP16342) and 2 other sources
In the quiet border town of Lukeville, Arizona, a young man named Carlos Javier Fonseca Gallegos vanished, leaving behind a void of information and a family searching for answers. On October 1, 2009, 21-year-old Carlos was last seen. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain largely unknown. At the time he went missing, he was described as a Hispanic male, standing between 5'9" and 5'11" tall. He was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, and black shoes. Distinctive features that might help identify him include a tongue piercing and three tattoos: the name "Patricia" on his neck, "MVS" on his chest, and a chain tattoo with the words "Fuck the World."

The official investigation into the disappearance of Carlos Fonseca Gallegos is being handled by the Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner. Despite the passage of time, his case remains open, a lingering question in the vast landscapes of the Arizona borderlands. The lack of concrete details surrounding the events of October 1, 2009, has made the search for answers incredibly challenging for both law enforcement and his loved ones. The official record offers little insight, with the circumstances of his disappearance simply listed as "unk," a stark reflection of the uncertainty that has shrouded this case for over a decade.

The case of Carlos Fonseca Gallegos is a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, their stories often fading from public view as time moves on. With no new leads or information released to the public in recent years, the family of Carlos is left to hope that one day they will have answers about what happened to him. The investigation remains a quiet but persistent effort, a testament to the dedication of those who seek to bring closure to the families of the missing. The overview of this case is one of profound mystery and enduring hope for resolution.

Last Seen: Oct 1, 2009

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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 — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP8757
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP8757 • Found Aug 20, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'11"
81%Moderate
John Doe — Gunsight Village, Arizona - unidentified case UP11275
John Doe — Gunsight Village, Arizona
UP11275 • Found Jul 1, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 23–40 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
Weight 100%133 lb vs 100–300 lb
80%Moderate
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP13867
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP13867 • Found Dec 13, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
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 21 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 5'9"–5'11"
79%Possible
John Doe — Near Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP12073
John Doe — Near Sells, Arizona
UP12073 • Found Jun 18, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–26 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 88%55 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'11"
79%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP9045
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP9045 • Found Mar 12, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 94%Est. 22–35 vs 21
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'11"
79%Possible
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona - unidentified case UP8671
John Doe — Tucson, Arizona
UP8671 • Found Jan 25, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–29 vs 21
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 73%110 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'11"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 100–300 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Pisinemo, Arizona - unidentified case UP88232
John Doe — Pisinemo, Arizona
UP88232 • Found Sep 29, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–23 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%31 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'9"–5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP80720
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP80720 • Found Nov 29, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–32 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — west of Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP69109
John Doe — west of Ajo, Arizona
UP69109 • Found Nov 30, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%34 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"

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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