Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP148121)
Carmelo Martinez Aquino, a 61‑year‑old Hispanic male, was last seen on December 1, 2023, in Santa Maria, California, where he was known to be living a transient lifestyle. His disappearance was reported with the Santa Maria Police Department under case number SMPD24‑0009998. The case was officially created on July 22, 2025, and entered into the NamUs database as MP148121.
Aquino is described as being between 4'‑10" and 4'‑11" in height, weighing approximately 120 lb, with gray or partially gray hair. His eye color is listed as black for both eyes. No additional distinguishing physical features, clothing details, or items associated with him at the time of disappearance were provided.
The circumstances of Aquino’s disappearance remain unclear. The NamUs entry notes only that he was last seen in Santa Maria and lived a transient lifestyle, with no further details regarding the circumstances, potential sightings, or actions taken to locate him.
The case is actively managed by the Santa Maria Police Department. Individuals with any information are encouraged to contact the agency located at 1111 W. Betteravia Road, Santa Maria, California 93455, phone number 928‑3781.
No known updates or media coverage beyond the NamUs report is available at this time, and the reasons for the gap between the disappearance date and the NamUs case creation remain unspecified in public records.Last Seen: Dec 1, 2023
