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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8271) and 1 other source
Bernardo Hernandez-Lopez, 21, was last seen on February 14, 1995, while attempting to cross the U.S.-Mexico border illegally near San Diego, California. Bernardo and his brother were part of a group of undocumented individuals crossing the Tijuana River when they were swept away by the river's strong current. While his brother managed to reach safety, Bernardo was not seen again, and it remains unclear whether he survived the ordeal. His family has not had any contact with him since that day, and his disappearance remains unresolved. Authorities continue to classify his case as a missing person, and it is presumed he may have drowned.

Efforts to find Bernardo have been unsuccessful, and his case remains unsolved after nearly three decades. Investigators continue to seek any information regarding his whereabouts.

Last Seen: Feb 14, 1995

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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.

85%Strong
John Doe — Spring Valley, California - unidentified case UP56665
John Doe — Spring Valley, California
UP56665 • Found Jan 2, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 99%166 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Spring Valley, California
UP57374 • Found Dec 28, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 100%10 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'7"
83%Moderate
John Doe — Glamis, California - unidentified case UP15319
John Doe — Glamis, California
UP15319 • Found Oct 2, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–22 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP116225 • Found Apr 4, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 98%17 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 90%Black vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP15273 • Found Oct 27, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%97 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP15296
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP15296 • Found Mar 11, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%97 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Coronado, California - unidentified case UP115008
John Doe — Coronado, California
UP115008 • Found Jul 4, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 21 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 95%169 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Calexico, California
UP15316 • Found Jun 10, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 93%130 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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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