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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP15844) and 1 other source
On July 16, 2005, a 27-year-old woman named Alvia Comay Torbio was last seen near Sells, Arizona. At the time she went missing, she was described as a Hispanic female, standing between 5'3' and 5'5' tall and weighing between 160 and 180 pounds, with black hair and black eyes. A distinguishing feature noted by those who knew her was a small scar on her arm. The last time anyone saw Alvia, she was wearing a dark green blouse, blue jeans, and a pair of tennis shoes that were black and white.

Alvia's last known moments were fraught with peril. She was in the process of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border into the United States on foot when she reportedly fell into distress. The group she was traveling with left her behind in a remote and desolate area of the Arizona desert, approximately 10 miles south of State Route 86. This region is known for its extreme temperatures and challenging terrain, posing a grave risk to anyone who is unprepared for its harsh conditions. The circumstances of her being left alone in such a vulnerable situation have been a source of deep concern for those involved in her case.

The Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner has been handling the investigation into Alvia's disappearance. Despite the years that have passed, her case continues to be an open and active missing person investigation. The lack of any definitive information regarding her whereabouts has left a void for those who are searching for answers. The overview of this case is a somber reminder of the dangers faced by individuals attempting to cross the border and the profound uncertainty that families endure when a loved one vanishes without a trace. The hope for a resolution, however distant, persists as her case remains in the public eye.

Last Seen: Jul 16, 2005

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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
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP9038
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona
UP9038 • Found Jun 23, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP10334
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona
UP10334 • Found Sep 28, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 22–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP9050
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona
UP9050 • Found Apr 10, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Santa Rosa, Arizona - unidentified case UP8144
Jane Doe — Santa Rosa, Arizona
UP8144 • Found Jan 23, 2010
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%30 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Topawa, Arizona - unidentified case UP8747
Jane Doe — Topawa, Arizona
UP8747 • Found Apr 13, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP9460
Jane Doe — Arizona
UP9460 • Found Feb 12, 2009
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 72%113 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 85%210 lb vs 160–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP5072
Jane Doe — Sells, Arizona
UP5072 • Found Feb 19, 2008
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'0" vs 5'3"–5'5"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Amado, Arizona - unidentified case UP11224
Jane Doe — Amado, Arizona
UP11224 • Found Jan 21, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%50 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Tubac, Arizona - unidentified case UP10284
Jane Doe — Tubac, Arizona
UP10284 • Found Nov 8, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 88%53 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Cowlic, Arizona - unidentified case UP8699
Jane Doe — Cowlic, Arizona
UP8699 • Found Feb 13, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 27 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"–5'5"

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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