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Leopoldo Reyes Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Maria, California on Dec 1, 1996

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Victim Details

Jan 5, 2011

May 3, 2023

Leopoldo

Reyes

52

23

66 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 1, 1996

Santa Maria

California

Santa Barbara County

93454

9527

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

1996R14356

Dec 2, 1996

Santa Maria Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9143) and 5 other sources
Leopoldo Jimenez Reyes, aged 23, was last seen on December 1, 1996, in Santa Maria, California. At the time of his disappearance, Leopoldo was wearing a dark-colored sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white tennis shoes. He is described as 5'6" tall, weighing 160 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes, and a mustache. There is limited information available about the circumstances of his disappearance, and he did not have access to a vehicle when he went missing.

Despite extensive efforts to locate him, no significant leads have emerged over the years, and his case remains unsolved. His profile remains active in missing persons databases, and the Santa Maria Police Department continues to investigate his case. Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward to help bring resolution to his family and loved ones.
Last Seen: Dec 1, 1996

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Leopoldo Jimenez Reyes - The Charley Project
  • Leopoldo Jimenez Reyes | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP9143 | NamUs
  • 1678DMCA - Leopoldo Jimenez Reyes - Doe Network
  • County in Brief | Local News | santamariatimes.com

    • 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.

    79%Possible
    John Doe — California
    UP3393 • Found Jun 28, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 67%139 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 53%110 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California - unidentified case UP15834
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP15834 • Found Oct 5, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%123 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'3" vs 5'6"
    Weight 90%136 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP7022
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP7022 • Found Jun 1, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 16–25 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 58%187 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 83%130 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%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 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%137 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Stockton, California - unidentified case UP50599
    John Doe — Stockton, California
    UP50599 • Found Jul 12, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23
    Race 100%White
    Location 54%213 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 89%135 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Coalinga, California
    UP15833 • Found Jul 15, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 80%82 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'3" vs 5'6"
    Weight 85%132 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP15226
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15226 • Found Aug 30, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 97%Est. 25–35 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 43%324 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15273 • Found Oct 27, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 23
    Race 100%White
    Location 43%324 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP2984
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP2984 • Found May 14, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–43 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 67%142 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 95%107–140 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — East Rancho Dominguez, California - unidentified case UP3480
    John Doe — East Rancho Dominguez, California
    UP3480 • Found Jan 19, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–27 vs 23
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 66%147 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 93%138 lb vs 160 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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