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Joshua Kabui Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Dec 29, 2018

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Victim Details

Aug 18, 2022

Jan 12, 2024

Joshua

Kabui

42

35

66 inches

140 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Dec 29, 2018

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

No

117807

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/

190715076

Aug 13, 2019

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

4705

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP94480)
Joshua Wangumbe Kabui, a 35-year-old male, was last seen on December 29, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. Little is publicly known about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and the case has drawn attention due to his prior legal issues. Kabui had faced multiple arrests in the years prior, including for shoplifting and possession of controlled substances in Los Angeles County. Despite these previous encounters with law enforcement, no significant details have emerged to explain his disappearance.

Authorities continue to seek leads, and his case remains unresolved. Investigators encourage anyone with information to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
Last Seen: Dec 29, 2018

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Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — West Hollywood, California - unidentified case UP119554
John Doe — West Hollywood, California
UP119554 • Found Mar 31, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP108232
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP108232 • Found Sep 4, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 25–55 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84244
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP84244 • Found Sep 6, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–60 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8"–6'1" vs 5'6"
Weight 6%207 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP81218
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP81218 • Found May 21, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–40 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 20%6'0"–6'3" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%150–165 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP137921 • Found Dec 10, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 21–60 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'6"
Weight 91%100–120 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP132302
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP132302 • Found Aug 21, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'6"
76%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP159079
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP159079 • Found Apr 7, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 82%Est. 45–60 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 52%5'10" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP99013 • Found Nov 20, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'6"
Weight 50%185–200 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black 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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