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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP97769) and 2 other sources
Jerry Hoffman, a 57-year-old man from Los Angeles, was last seen on January 3, 2019. His disappearance has left his family and authorities searching for answers. Jerry was reported missing in the Los Angeles area, and his case was classified as endangered, indicating that there were concerns about his safety.

At the time of his disappearance, Jerry's physical description noted that he stood around 6 feet tall and weighed about 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Despite investigations by local law enforcement, including the LAPD's Missing Persons Unit, there have been few developments in his case.

The circumstances surrounding Jerry's disappearance remain unclear. Investigators have asked the public to come forward with any information that could help locate him. His case is still open, and authorities continue to seek any leads that could provide answers to his whereabouts.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LAPD or the California Department of Justice's Missing Persons Unit.

Last Seen: Jan 3, 2019

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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.

86%Strong
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 80%180–190 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
83%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
82%Moderate
John Doe — Menifee, California
UP100667 • Found Sep 9, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%151 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP55211
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP55211 • Found Jan 16, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 57
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 days after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 50%198 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
80%Moderate
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP133256
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP133256 • Found Nov 3, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%113 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 92%129 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 84%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 57
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%154 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP163053 • Found Jun 30, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'10"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP122559
John Doe — San Diego, California
UP122559 • Found May 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 60–65 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%114 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%139 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
76%Possible
John Doe — South El Monte, California
UP122853 • Found Apr 30, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 40–70 vs 57 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'10"
Weight 100%125–140 lb vs 150 lb

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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