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Jose Medina Missing Person Case

Last seen in Calexico, California on Sep 23, 2010

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Victim Details

Oct 18, 2023

May 28, 2024

Jose

Medina

38

22

67 inches

154 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Sep 23, 2010

Calexico

California

Imperial County

92231

No

130839

Riverside County Sheriff- Perris Station

Perris

California

Riverside County

92571

137 North Perris Boulevard, California

9512101000

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.riversidesheriff.org/

PE233380036

Jul 9, 2016

Riverside County Sheriff- Perris Station

3502

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP110096) and 4 other sources
Jose Medina, a 22-year-old male, was last seen on September 23, 2010, in Calexico, California. Very few details are available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance, making it a challenging case for investigators. Medina's family and authorities have continued their efforts to locate him, but no significant leads or updates have emerged over the years. His case remains active, and the California Department of Justice still lists him as missing, encouraging anyone with information to contact law enforcement.

Despite the passage of time, Medina's family and the community are still seeking answers and closure. If you have any information related to his case, you are urged to reach out to the appropriate authorities to help solve this unresolved disappearance.
Last Seen: Sep 23, 2010

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Calexico, CA Area Missing Persons - SpotCrime
  • Three Members of Same Family Indicted for Allegedly Kidnapping ...
  • Jose Medina | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing Children Data from NAMUS website - GitHubのGist

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP14740
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP14740 • Found Jul 28, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 99%170 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP11876 • Found Oct 27, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California - unidentified case UP12337
    John Doe — Ocotillo, California
    UP12337 • Found Sep 12, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 95%29 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Yuma, Arizona - unidentified case UP95028
    John Doe — Yuma, Arizona
    UP95028 • Found Jul 27, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%51 mi away
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    79%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP54015
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP54015 • Found Mar 10, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 78%90 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%160–170 lb vs 154 lb
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Compton, California
    UP10299 • Found Dec 26, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 59%178 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Winterhaven, California
    UP15584 • Found May 30, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 89%50 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 89%130 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP9086
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP9086 • Found Jul 27, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 68%136 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California - unidentified case UP118442
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP118442 • Found Jun 30, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 66%144 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 95%135 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 58%187 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 99%170–200 lb vs 154 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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.

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