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Ariel Holley Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lancaster, California on May 1, 2022

Victim Details

Jun 24, 2025

Jun 24, 2025

Ariel

Holley

38

34

67 inches

200 lbs

Black / African American

Male

May 1, 2022

Lancaster

California

Los Angeles County

Lancaster

No

171188

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

221708285

May 1, 2022

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

10487

Black

Brown

Brown

Sep 25, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP146410)
Ariel Benisrael Holley, a 34-year-old man from Sylmar, California, was reported missing in 2022 under circumstances that have since raised serious concerns among investigators. Holley was last seen in March 2022 near his residence in Sylmar, though some records list his last known contact as either February 20 or May 1, 2022. His disappearance was reported to the Los Angeles Police Department two months later, prompting a multi-agency investigation that eventually involved the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau.

Authorities began to suspect foul play after cellphone data placed Holley in the Lake Hughes area of the Antelope Valley around the time he vanished. This led to a search operation in June 2023, where sheriff’s personnel and canine teams combed the area for evidence. Investigators believe Holley may have been with another individual when he disappeared, though no suspects have been publicly identified.

Holley is described as a Black male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing around 170 to 200 pounds, with black hair typically styled in a long ponytail and a full beard. He was last seen wearing dark clothing. His family, particularly his mother, has been vocal in urging the public to come forward with any information that might help locate him or clarify the circumstances of his disappearance.

The case remains open, and authorities continue to appeal for tips from the public. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Homicide Bureau or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
Last Seen: May 1, 2022

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Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — West Hollywood, California - unidentified case UP119554
John Doe — West Hollywood, California
UP119554 • Found Mar 31, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 71%Est. 40–60 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%44 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'7"
Weight 64%146 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP108232
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP108232 • Found Sep 4, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 25–55 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%45 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'7"
Weight 70%150 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP99013 • Found Nov 20, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Race 100%Black
Location 90%47 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%185–200 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Riverside, California - unidentified case UP118444
John Doe — Riverside, California
UP118444 • Found Aug 18, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 34
Location 84%69 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%198 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Lancaster, California
UP102406 • Found Dec 17, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–61 vs 34
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 75%5'5"–6'1" vs 5'7"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP132302
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP132302 • Found Aug 21, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 89%49 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'7"

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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