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Jose Rivera-hurtado Missing Person Case

Last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Mar 28, 2025

Victim Details

Jun 17, 2025

Jun 24, 2025

Jose

Rivera-hurtado

39

38

67 inches

68 inches

180 lbs

185 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Mar 28, 2025

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

Philadelphia

No

170918

Philadelphia Police Department

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County

19149

2831 Levick Street, Pennsylvania

2156863153

Local

Law Enforcement

2025-02-015074

Apr 2, 2025

Philadelphia Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Sep 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP145911) and 2 other sources
Jose Lui Rivera-Hurtado, a 38-year-old Hispanic man also known by the nickname 'Hov,' was last seen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 28, 2025. At the time he went missing, he stood between 5 feet 7 inches and 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighed approximately 180 to 185 pounds. He has short brown hair and brown eyes. Distinctive features that could aid in his identification include a tattoo of the name 'Jose' on the left side of his neck and a tattoo of a cross on his left upper arm. On the day he disappeared, he was reportedly wearing a black jacket, grey sweatpants, a black hat, and white New Balance sneakers.

The circumstances of Jose's disappearance are particularly distressing for his family, with whom he normally maintained daily contact. His sudden and complete silence was entirely out of character, sparking immediate concern among his loved ones. The absence of any communication since he was last seen has left his family in a state of profound worry and uncertainty. The abrupt halt in his regular interactions with family members is a key and alarming detail in his case, suggesting that his disappearance may have been involuntary or the result of unforeseen circumstances.

The Philadelphia Police Department is the lead agency in the investigation into Jose Lui Rivera-Hurtado's disappearance. The case was officially reported on April 2, 2025, and assigned the case number 2025-02-015074. In an effort to assist with the identification process should the need arise, a DNA sample was collected from his sister and is being stored at the City of Philadelphia Forensic Lab. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance of a man who was a consistent presence in his family's life. The lack of contact and the mystery surrounding his last known whereabouts have left a painful void for his family and a challenging case for law enforcement.
Last Seen: Mar 28, 2025

Links to Additional Sources (2)

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  • Long-Term Missing Person Jose Rivera-Hurtado from the 2nd District
  • Jose Rivera | Philadelphia Police Department (PPD)

    • 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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — Kearny, New Jersey - unidentified case UP159723
    John Doe — Kearny, New Jersey
    UP159723 • Found Apr 28, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 38 when missing
    Location 84%70 mi away
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'8"
    Weight 100%169 lb vs 180–185 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP161901
    John Doe — Bronx, New York
    UP161901 • Found Jun 25, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 38 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 80%82 mi away
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'8"
    Weight 85%148 lb vs 180–185 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP163200
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP163200 • Found Aug 21, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 83%71 mi away
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"–5'8"
    Weight 100%197 lb vs 180–185 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Silver Spring, Maryland - unidentified case UP149143
    John Doe — Silver Spring, Maryland
    UP149143 • Found Jul 11, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 38
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 70%127 mi away
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'8"
    Weight 69%134 lb vs 180–185 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP151698
    John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP151698 • Found Oct 13, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 57%Est. 45–60 vs 38
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'7"–5'8"
    Weight 93%150–155 lb vs 180–185 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel 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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    I’ve been diving into Jose Lui Rivera-Hurtado's case, and I can't help but think about the role of... ...Read More
    07/10/2025
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