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Rafael Pinuelas Missing Person Case

Last seen in El Cajon, California on Jun 30, 2005

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Victim Details

Nov 16, 2012

May 9, 2023

Rafael

Pinuelas

88

67

65 inches

66 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 30, 2005

El Cajon

California

San Diego County

12645

San Diego County Sheriff's Department

San Diego

California

San Diego County

92123

9621 Ridgehaven Court, California

8585655200

County

Law Enforcement

www.sdsheriff.net

05065080

San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18112) and 2 other sources
Rafael Pinuelas, aged 67, was last seen on June 30, 2005, leaving his residence in El Cajon, California. There are few details available about the circumstances of his disappearance. At the time of his last known sighting, he was described as being 5'5" tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown hair. No significant updates or breakthroughs in his case have been reported since then.

Authorities are still seeking information to assist in resolving his case, which remains open. The California Department of Justice maintains a missing person file on Pinuelas, and the public is encouraged to contact local law enforcement or relevant authorities with any information regarding his whereabouts.
Last Seen: Jun 30, 2005

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP18112 - Office of Justice Programs
  • RSS feeds | Carson City Nevada News

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP65509
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP65509 • Found Aug 1, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 70–80 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%134 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP122559
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP122559 • Found May 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 89%Est. 60–65 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%139 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — California
    UP3022 • Found Jul 25, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 62–72 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 99%155 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Hemet, California
    UP118449 • Found Feb 14, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%62 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'3" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 77%110 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP109282 • Found Nov 1, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 78–92 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sylmar, California - unidentified case UP15197
    John Doe — Sylmar, California
    UP15197 • Found Oct 8, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 70 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%135 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%4'10"–5'3" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%141 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP13458
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP13458 • Found Oct 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 65–80 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%134 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP55246 • Found Aug 8, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 68%Est. 48–62 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Potrero, California
    UP55594 • Found Jun 22, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 67
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2965
    John Doe — California
    UP2965 • Found Dec 17, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 67 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 62%179 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown 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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