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Wesley Lovell Missing Person Case

Last seen in Imperial Beach, California on May 12, 2000

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Victim Details

Oct 25, 2012

May 9, 2023

Wesley

Lovell

52

26

72 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 12, 2000

Imperial Beach

California

San Diego County

12537

San Diego County Sheriff's Department

San Diego

California

San Diego County

92123

9621 Ridgehaven Court, California

8585655200

County

Law Enforcement

www.sdsheriff.net

03048028I

San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Black

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17915) and 3 other sources
Wesley Irving Lovell Jr., 26, was last seen on May 12, 2000, in Imperial Beach, California. He stood 6 feet tall and weighed around 160 pounds, with black hair and hazel eyes. Lovell had several tattoos, including ones on his back, neck, chest, and both arms, distinguishing him physically. His family reported his disappearance after he was last seen, but details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance remain scarce.

Despite efforts from the San Diego Sheriff's Department, few leads have emerged over the years. His case remains open, and both DNA and fingerprints are on file with authorities, but no substantial developments have been made. Investigators continue to seek information that could provide clarity on what happened to Lovell.
Last Seen: May 12, 2000

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Wesley Irving Lovell Jr. | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Wesley Irving Lovell Jr. - The Charley Project
  • 4718DMCA - Wesley Irving Lovell Jr - Doe Network

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP56199 • Found May 3, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%162–182 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California
    UP13535 • Found Sep 4, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%66 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP13554 • Found May 9, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 20–25 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%94 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP110585
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP110585 • Found Oct 14, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 44%215 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP13227
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP13227 • Found May 10, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 26
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%94 mi away, same state
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 95%140 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Spring Valley, California
    UP54392 • Found Aug 19, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP55706 • Found Mar 6, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP13547 • Found Jul 5, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 77%94 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Winterhaven, California - unidentified case UP13113
    John Doe — Winterhaven, California
    UP13113 • Found Nov 8, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%145 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

    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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