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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1084) and 4 other sources
In the late afternoon of November 8, 1995, a 40-year-old man named Jesus Ramirez was seen in the vicinity of the 2500 block of East Van Buren Street in Phoenix, Arizona. At approximately 3:15 p.m., in this bustling area of the city, Ramirez vanished. At the time he went missing, Jesus was described as a Hispanic male, standing between 5'3' and 5'5' and weighing 140 to 150 pounds. He had black, possibly graying hair, and brown eyes. Distinctive features included a homemade tattoo of a woman on his left forearm and a noticeable limp when he walked. On the day of his disappearance, he was wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and tan pants. It is also believed that Jesus may have been experiencing mental health challenges and had memory problems, which could have led to confusion or disorientation.

The Phoenix Police Department initiated an investigation into the disappearance of Jesus Ramirez, but the case quickly grew cold due to a lack of substantial leads. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain largely unknown, and there have been no confirmed sightings or communications from him since that November day. The area where he was last seen was known for its transient population, which may have made it difficult to identify potential witnesses. Over the years, investigators have revisited the case in hopes of uncovering new information, but their efforts have not yet resulted in any significant breakthroughs.

The passage of time has presented considerable challenges to the investigation, with memories fading and the potential loss of crucial evidence. Jesus Ramirez's case is one of many long-standing mysteries in Phoenix, leaving a family and community without answers for decades. The lack of closure continues to be a source of anguish for those who knew him, who hold on to the hope that one day they will learn what happened to him. The investigation, now decades old, remains open as authorities continue to seek any information that could finally shed light on the whereabouts of Jesus Ramirez and bring resolution to this enduring case.

Last Seen: Nov 8, 1995

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona - unidentified case UP1949
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona
UP1949 • Found Aug 4, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP17800
John Doe — Arizona
UP17800 • Found Dec 23, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Arizona
UP1942 • Found Sep 3, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40
Race 60%White
Location 96%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
78%Possible
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona - unidentified case UP88971
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona
UP88971 • Found Dec 3, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–55 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 70%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — near Queen's Well, Arizona - unidentified case UP17805
John Doe — near Queen's Well, Arizona
UP17805 • Found Jul 25, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
78%Possible
John Doe — Alpine, California - unidentified case UP57075
John Doe — Alpine, California
UP57075 • Found Apr 26, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 40
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 48%275 mi away
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%148 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Stanfield, Arizona - unidentified case UP5133
John Doe — Stanfield, Arizona
UP5133 • Found Aug 13, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%40 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 70%Black vs Gray
78%Possible
John Doe — Eloy, Arizona
UP5505 • Found May 16, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 26–44 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%142 lb vs 140–150 lb
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Casa Grande, Arizona - unidentified case UP5515
John Doe — Casa Grande, Arizona
UP5515 • Found Feb 12, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%134 lb vs 140–150 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Red Rock, Arizona - unidentified case UP6595
John Doe — Red Rock, Arizona
UP6595 • Found Oct 16, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 24–46 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%74 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
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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