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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP134697) and 1 other source
Richard Espinoza Sosa Jr., a 30-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen in Stockton, California, on February 17, 2017. Standing 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing approximately 140 pounds, Sosa has black hair and brown eyes.

The circumstances surrounding Sosa's disappearance remain unclear, as few details are available. He has not been heard from since his last sighting. The Stockton Police Department is handling the investigation and can be reached at 209-937-7911 for any information related to the case.

Sosa's disappearance is listed in the California Department of Justice's missing persons database, which provides a platform for public awareness and assistance in locating missing individuals. Despite these efforts, no significant leads have emerged in Sosa's case.

As of December 2024, Richard Espinoza Sosa Jr. remains missing. Authorities continue to seek any information that could shed light on his whereabouts. Individuals with relevant information are urged to contact the Stockton Police Department.

Last Seen: Feb 2, 2017

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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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Patterson, California
UP58416 • Found May 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 75%5'4"–6'0" vs 5'9"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Manteca, California
UP116767 • Found Feb 21, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 38–52 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%16 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
Weight 77%170 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Santa Clara, California - unidentified case UP129752
John Doe — Santa Clara, California
UP129752 • Found Jun 29, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 30 when missing
Location 88%55 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 44%188 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Bakersfield, California
UP61304 • Found Nov 30, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 56%195 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%140–150 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Fresno, California
UP109069 • Found Aug 17, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 27–36 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
Weight 93%121 lb vs 140 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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