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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP10181) and 4 other sources
Francisco Nino-Vasquez, a 20-year-old male, was last seen on August 1, 2005, in Watsonville, California. He has not been heard from since, and the details surrounding his disappearance remain scarce. Francisco is described as a Hispanic male, standing between 5'6" and 5'7", weighing approximately 130 to 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He has several tattoos, including the number "13" on his right finger and chest, three dots on his left hand, and additional tattoos on his neck, fingers, abdomen, and right forearm. It is also noted that Francisco may have used the alias names Jose Francisco Martinez or Miguel Nino-Vasquez.

Despite efforts by law enforcement and his inclusion in missing persons databases, little information has emerged to explain his disappearance. His case remains unresolved, with authorities continuing to seek any tips or leads. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Department is overseeing the investigation, and they encourage anyone with information to come forward.

His case highlights the challenges faced by many unresolved missing persons cases, especially when few details are available, and no new leads have surfaced over the years.

Last Seen: Aug 1, 2005

Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Westley, California
UP11031 • Found Jun 15, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 20
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 88%54 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 140 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Watsonville, California - unidentified case UP14242
John Doe — Watsonville, California
UP14242 • Found Sep 9, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Manteca, California
UP116767 • Found Feb 21, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 77%170 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Patterson, California
UP58416 • Found May 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%52 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 75%5'4"–6'0" vs 5'7"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Gatos, California
UP128396 • Found Feb 5, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 20 when missing
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'7"
76%Possible
John Doe — Vicinity of Childs, AZ, Arizona - unidentified case UP5393
John Doe — Vicinity of Childs, AZ, Arizona
UP5393 • Found Jul 30, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–21 vs 20
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 27%592 mi away
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Physical features: Tattoo: dot, finger
76%Possible
John Doe — Salinas, California
UP131069 • Found Mar 20, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 97%Est. 38–52 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%18 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 36%5'2" vs 5'7"
Weight 87%117 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP109069 • Found Aug 17, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 27–36 vs 20 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 73%111 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 93%121 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Sausalito, California - unidentified case UP7083
John Doe — Sausalito, California
UP7083 • Found Dec 12, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 20 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 82%77 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 77%170 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Blue 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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