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Miguel Contreras Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Dec 30, 2019

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Victim Details

Sep 8, 2022

Jun 13, 2024

Miguel

Contreras

46

40

66 inches

150 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Dec 30, 2019

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

91343

No

118189

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/

191921214

Dec 30, 2019

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

4645

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP95131) and 6 other sources
Miguel Contreras, a 40-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen on December 30, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. At the time of his disappearance, Contreras was described as standing 5'6" tall and weighing around 180 pounds. Despite being reported missing, few details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have emerged. Law enforcement agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, continue to investigate his case.

Contreras' disappearance remains unresolved, and authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward to assist in locating him. His case remains active in various missing persons databases, and the ongoing search efforts are supported by the California Department of Justice.
Last Seen: Dec 30, 2019

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Miguel Contreras | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • LAUSD student found dead in pool at Miguel Contreras ... - ABC7
  • The Final Hours of Miguel Contreras - LA Weekly
  • LAUSD student found dead in school pool | FOX 11 Los Angeles
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP61333
  • Leader Who Restored Labor's Clout in L.A. Dies - Los Angeles Times

    • 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 — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP154628
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP154628 • Found Dec 8, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    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 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%62 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP149750
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP149750 • Found Aug 9, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP98209
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP98209 • Found Dec 1, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%20 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 87%115–125 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — La Puente, California - unidentified case UP106330
    John Doe — La Puente, California
    UP106330 • Found Jul 2, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 93%35 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP89853 • Found Nov 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 70%127 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 80%180 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 98%17 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Palm Springs, California
    UP107734 • Found Jul 5, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 72%114 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 47%100 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP88645
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California
    UP88645 • Found Jan 11, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 96%24 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 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.

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