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Martin Lopez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on May 13, 2018

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Victim Details

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Nov 18, 2022

Martin

Lopez

61

53

62 inches

130 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

May 13, 2018

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90057

No

118324

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/

180211909

May 21, 2018

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

4721

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP95383) and 4 other sources
Martin Lopez, 53, was last seen on May 13, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. Limited details are available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance. The case remains open, and authorities are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward. Despite ongoing efforts by local law enforcement, there has been no substantial progress in locating Martin or determining the circumstances leading to his disappearance.

Lopez's case is registered with the California Department of Justice, which continues to investigate missing persons cases like his. Public assistance is encouraged, and the Los Angeles Police Department remains the point of contact for any tips or leads.
Last Seen: May 13, 2018

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Bell Gardens: Victims since Jan. 2000 - The Homicide Report">Bell Gardens: Victims since Jan. 2000 - The Homicide Report
  • Martin Lopez, 24 - The Homicide Report - Los Angeles Times
  • Man Found Dead on Freeway Identified by Coroner's Office
  • Los Angeles Folk-Rocker Martin Lopez-Iu Talks About His Debut ...

    • 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 — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    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 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%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 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%115–125 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%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 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%20 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84065
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84065 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%131 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    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 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'2"
    Weight 83%154 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP58827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP58827 • Found Jun 25, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 72%Est. 25–50 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'2"
    Weight 97%105–115 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 60–70 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP74894
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP74894 • Found Oct 17, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 84%4'8"–5'0" vs 5'2"
    Weight 89%100–110 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP107893 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 96%Est. 58–72 vs 53 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%46 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 40%Gray 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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    Martin Lopez was 53 when he was last seen on May 13, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. Few details... ...Read More
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