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Soni Benetton Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fontana, California on May 26, 1989

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Victim Details

Jun 24, 2011

Dec 19, 2023

Soni

Benetton

52

15

70 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 26, 1989

Fontana

California

San Bernardino County

92335

10398

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department- Fontana Station

Fontana

California

San Bernardino County

92335

17780 Arrow Boulevard, California

9093566767

County

Law Enforcement

https://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/patrol-stations/fontana/

89039906

May 26, 1989

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department- Fontana Station

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11481) and 3 other sources
Soni Michael Benetton, a 15-year-old boy, went missing on May 26, 1989, from Fontana, California. At the time, Soni was a ward of the Los Angeles County Court and had run away from a group home. He has not been seen since. Soni was described as being 5'10" tall, weighing 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Despite the passage of time, few details have emerged regarding the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.

The case remains unsolved, with law enforcement still seeking information. His case is listed on platforms like the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), and ongoing efforts by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office aim to gather any tips or leads. Soni's disappearance has been classified as a runaway case, though the lack of new developments over the years has left many questions unanswered.
Last Seen: May 26, 1989

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP11481 | NamUs
  • Soni Benetton | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Monica Bellucci - Wikipedia

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California
    UP2527 • Found Oct 28, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–26 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3671 • Found Sep 3, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 14–24 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
    Weight 95%140 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3932 • Found Nov 27, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–20 vs 15
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'10"
    Weight 89%185–215 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Moreno Valley, California - unidentified case UP6963
    John Doe — Moreno Valley, California
    UP6963 • Found Jul 8, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
    Weight 91%183 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3678 • Found Aug 5, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
    Weight 83%130 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Pomona, California - unidentified case UP3876
    John Doe — Pomona, California
    UP3876 • Found Nov 29, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 14–24 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 84%6'0"–6'3" vs 5'10"
    Weight 35%220–250 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — California
    UP3930 • Found Dec 4, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 71%Est. 18–28 vs 15
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    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 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
    Weight 83%130 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California - unidentified case UP2525
    John Doe — Rancho Cucamonga, California
    UP2525 • Found Aug 16, 1996
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'6" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%149 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Long Beach, California
    UP3613 • Found Apr 23, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%161 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Black 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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