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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13449) and 3 other sources
Jesus Alvarez, a 40-year-old man from Tampa, Florida, was last seen on December 12, 1994. His disappearance has remained a mystery, and there are limited details available regarding the circumstances surrounding his case. Alvarez, at the time of his disappearance, was described as having black hair, standing 5'11" tall, and weighing around 250 pounds. Despite the passing of years, no significant updates or breakthroughs have been reported in his case.

Alvarez's case has been listed in national missing persons databases such as NamUs, where authorities have continually sought any information that might lead to a resolution. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is the primary agency handling his case, and they encourage anyone with information to come forward, as the circumstances of his disappearance have left family members without closure for decades.

This case, like many long-term missing person cases, highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement and loved ones as time passes without new leads or developments. Alvarez's disappearance continues to be part of the unsolved cases from the Tampa area, and authorities are still actively seeking any information that might provide answers.

Last Seen: Dec 12, 1994

Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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 — North Port, Florida
UP60596 • Found Jan 1, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%60 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Orlando, Florida - unidentified case UP531
John Doe — Orlando, Florida
UP531 • Found Dec 15, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Tampa, Florida - unidentified case UP179
John Doe — Tampa, Florida
UP179 • Found Jun 18, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 52%5'7" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 12%130 lb vs 250–275 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Tarpon Springs, Florida - unidentified case UP116
John Doe — Tarpon Springs, Florida
UP116 • Found Jan 12, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–60 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5756
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5756 • Found Feb 12, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 39–41 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 54%206 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 62%177 lb vs 250–275 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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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