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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP98638) and 4 other sources
Angel Mendoza, a 24-year-old man from Los Angeles, was last seen on November 15, 2022. His disappearance has left both authorities and his family deeply concerned as efforts to locate him have continued without success. Angel was reported missing in Los Angeles County, and law enforcement, including the LAPD and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, have been actively involved in investigating his case. Despite the ongoing investigation, few details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have been made public.

Friends, family, and investigators have urged anyone with information about Mendoza’s whereabouts to come forward. His family has expressed the emotional toll his disappearance has had on them, pleading for help in bringing him home safely. Authorities have asked for public assistance in providing any leads that might help, encouraging people to contact the LAPD’s Missing Persons Unit or submit tips anonymously via the Crime Stoppers hotline.

The community has also played a role in raising awareness, sharing his missing person’s poster and appealing on social media for any information. Despite these efforts, as of now, Mendoza remains missing, and authorities continue to investigate all potential leads, hoping to bring closure to his family and loved ones.

Last Seen: Nov 15, 2022

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — North Hollywood, California
UP122468 • Found May 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–36 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 87%90–110 lb vs 135–170 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%170–180 lb vs 135–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
Unidentified Person — Los Angeles, California
UP163208 • Found Sep 1, 2026
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Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 75%5'2"–5'10" vs 5'11"
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101862
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP101862 • Found Jan 13, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 21–50 vs 24
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
Height 75%5'5"–6'1" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%100–125 lb vs 135–170 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black

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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