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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9329) and 5 other sources
Augustine Espinoza Moreno, a 35-year-old man, was last seen on May 20, 2000, in Stockton, California. Augustine, who suffered from schizophrenia, had reportedly crossed the Mexican border into the United States before his disappearance. His family received an anonymous phone call stating that he was in Stockton and not doing well due to his mental illness, but no further information about his whereabouts has surfaced since then.

Described as a Hispanic male, standing 6 feet tall and weighing 190 pounds, Augustine had distinguishing features, including a curled right pinkie finger and scars on his right arm. Despite efforts by the Stockton Police Department, his case remains unsolved, and he has not been heard from for over two decades. Investigators continue to search for leads that could help resolve his case.

Last Seen: May 20, 2000

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Stockton, California
UP87371 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 6'0"
Weight 99%161–170 lb vs 190 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Patterson, California
UP58416 • Found May 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 years after last seen
Height 75%5'4"–6'0" vs 6'0"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — California - unidentified case UP2363
John Doe — California
UP2363 • Found Mar 9, 2003
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 35 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 93%36 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Hair 60%Brown 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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