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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP154588) and 4 other sources
Jose Alvarado, a 16-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen in Los Angeles, California on May 18, 2024. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being between 5'9" and 5'10" tall and weighing approximately 107 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance indicate that he ran away from a group home to an unknown location.

The Los Angeles Police Department's West Los Angeles Division is handling the investigation into Jose's disappearance. His case is listed with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Law enforcement agencies have entered his information into national databases for missing persons. The case is identified by the Los Angeles Police Department case number 240808433 and the NamUs case number MP154588.

As of early 2026, Jose Alvarado would be 18 years old. There is no information publicly available regarding his clothing at the time he went missing, any accessories he may have had, or any means of transportation he may have used. The investigation into his whereabouts is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.

Last Seen: May 18, 2024

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — North Hollywood, California
UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 77%Est. 18–36 vs 16
Race 60%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 52%5'4"–5'10" vs 4'11"–5'0"
Weight 100%90–110 lb vs 107 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
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.