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Dimas Estrada Missing Person Case

Last seen in Chino, California on Aug 1, 1996

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Victim Details

Aug 27, 2012

Mar 14, 2017

Dimas

Estrada

64

34

72 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 1, 1996

Chino

California

San Bernardino County

91710

12226

Chino Police Department

Chino

California

,

99-9379

Dec 17, 1999

Chino Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 4, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17220) and 3 other sources
Dimas Linares Estrada, a 34-year-old man, went missing on August 1, 1996, in Chino, California. At the time of his disappearance, Dimas was described as a Hispanic male, standing 6 feet tall and weighing around 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and there is little available information regarding the events leading up to his last known sighting. His case has been classified as endangered missing, but no new leads or developments have surfaced over the years.

Despite efforts by local authorities, including the Chino Police Department, Dimas's case remains unsolved. Law enforcement continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward. His disappearance is listed in the NamUs database, highlighting the ongoing search for answers. However, no significant breakthroughs have been made since 1996.
Last Seen: Aug 1, 1996

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • 5889DMCA - Dimas Linares Estrada - Doe Network
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP17220
  • Timeline of the Mexican drug war - Wikipedia

    • 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 — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7016
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP7016 • Found Jan 5, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%172 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3455
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3455 • Found Sep 15, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 68%134 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — South El Monte, California
    UP3396 • Found May 7, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%21 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 81%145 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Buena Park, California - unidentified case UP12758
    John Doe — Buena Park, California
    UP12758 • Found Jul 1, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Whittier, California
    UP3420 • Found Dec 30, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 23%105 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — South Gate, California
    UP10986 • Found Oct 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–38 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%157 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP3074
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3074 • Found Oct 24, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 84%148 lb vs 180 lb
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP14611
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP14611 • Found Sep 9, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%34 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 81%145 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Glendora, California
    UP7522 • Found Jul 13, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 32–48 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 87%114–150 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3051 • Found Dec 3, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 39–49 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%35 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 40%Gray 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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