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Benancio Beltran Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Ana, California on Dec 5, 1983

Victim Details

Nov 20, 2012

Jun 13, 2023

Benancio

Beltran

66

24

72 inches

140 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Dec 5, 1983

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

12666

Santa Ana Police Department

Santa Ana

California

Orange County

92701

Victoria Jurado

Investigator

60 Civic Center Plaza, California

7142458665

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.santa-ana.org/departments/police/

84-05703

Santa Ana Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18145) and 6 other sources
Benancio Martinez Beltran, 24, was last seen on December 5, 1983, in Santa Ana, California. His disappearance has remained a mystery, with very few details available. He was described as a Hispanic male, standing 6 feet tall and weighing about 140 pounds. At the time of his disappearance, he had black hair and brown eyes. Notably, Beltran had a distinguishing black mark on one of his front teeth.

Despite efforts to locate him, no significant leads have emerged, and his case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to contact the Santa Ana Police Department. His case is listed as endangered missing, and both local law enforcement and national missing persons databases continue to seek clues regarding his whereabouts.

Beltran's case remains open, with investigators hoping for any new developments that could provide answers.
Last Seen: Dec 5, 1983

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Benancio Martinez Beltran | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP18145
  • New Santa Ana - Missing Person(s): Benancio Martinez... | Facebook
  • Benancio Martinez Beltran - The Charley Project
  • 518DMCA - Benancio Martinez Beltran - Doe Network
  • The SAPD is looking for a man who disappeared in 1983 -

    • 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.

    88%Strong
    John Doe — Placentia, California - unidentified case UP7656
    John Doe — Placentia, California
    UP7656 • Found May 13, 1984
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–30 vs 24
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 89%162 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP152797 • Found Apr 28, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 23–35 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 93%159 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3968
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3968 • Found Jul 30, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 91%160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12479
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12479 • Found Sep 29, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'6"–5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%131 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Escondido, California - unidentified case UP59979
    John Doe — Escondido, California
    UP59979 • Found Feb 4, 1988
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–25 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3413 • Found Jun 4, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 35–60 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%20 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 96%123 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP3419
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3419 • Found Mar 9, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 96%157 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California - unidentified case UP7678
    John Doe — Santa Ana, California
    UP7678 • Found Jan 28, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3930 • Found Dec 4, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 24 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 95%30 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%158 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Ysidro, California - unidentified case UP134557
    John Doe — San Ysidro, California
    UP134557 • Found Jun 26, 1988
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 76%96 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%152 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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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