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Jose Coria Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Maria, California on Sep 6, 2007

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Victim Details

Jan 4, 2011

May 3, 2023

Jose

Coria

39

20

66 inches

184 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 6, 2007

Santa Maria

California

Santa Barbara County

93458

41067

Santa Maria Police Department

Santa Maria

California

Santa Barbara County

93455

1111 W. Betteravia Road, California

8059283781

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/departments/police-services

07R11283

Santa Maria Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 1, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9134) and 4 other sources
Jose Guillermo Coria Jr., age 20, was last seen on September 6, 2007, standing outside his home on North Smith Street in Santa Maria, California. He disappeared under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind personal belongings such as his wallet, car keys, and vehicle. Coria had no known history of criminal involvement or gang activity, but authorities believe he may have been connected to drugs shortly before his disappearance.

After his disappearance, Coria's family received a series of strange, silent phone calls for a few days, which eventually stopped. It remains unclear whether these calls were connected to his case. At the time of his disappearance, Coria was working for the city of Santa Maria and attending Allan Hancock College. His family has expressed that it was uncharacteristic of him to vanish without warning, and his case remains unsolved.

Coria, who may have used the alias "Guillermo Hernandez," had distinguishing features such as a thin beard, pierced ears, and long hair tied in a ponytail. He was last seen wearing a dark blue t-shirt and black sweatpants. Despite ongoing investigations, no significant leads have emerged, and authorities are still seeking any information that could help resolve his case.
Last Seen: Sep 6, 2007

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Jose Guillermo Coria Jr. - The Charley Project
  • Jose Guillermo Coria | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP9134 - Office of Justice Programs
  • Missing Children Data from NAMUS website - GitHubのGist

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

    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.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 67%141 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 184 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Van Nuys, California
    UP9490 • Found May 29, 2011
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 97%Est. 24–35 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 69%128 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Moreno Valley, California - unidentified case UP6963
    John Doe — Moreno Valley, California
    UP6963 • Found Jul 8, 2008
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 20
    Race 100%White
    Location 55%199 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 184 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP15094
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP15094 • Found Jan 1, 2016
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–46 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%143 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%167 lb vs 184 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — La Habra, California - unidentified case UP16279
    John Doe — La Habra, California
    UP16279 • Found Oct 18, 2015
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 27–28 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 63%162 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 73%141 lb vs 184 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12864
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12864 • Found Feb 13, 2014
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–50 vs 20 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%143 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%175–190 lb vs 184 lb
    Hair 60%Brown 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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