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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP92515)
Elissa Frances Villa, aged 31, was last seen on November 1, 2012, in Santa Barbara, California. She had been living a transient lifestyle in the area but remained in occasional contact with family and friends. After November 2012, all communication ceased, and her loved ones were unable to locate her. At the time of her disappearance, Villa was described as being 5'6" tall, weighing 110 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She also has a scar on her abdomen from childbirth.

Despite her transient status, Villa's sudden disappearance raised concerns, as she had maintained some degree of contact with her social circle prior to going missing. There are limited details surrounding the circumstances of her disappearance, and her case remains unsolved, with law enforcement still seeking any information that could lead to her whereabouts. The Santa Barbara Police Department is handling the investigation, and they encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Nov 1, 2012

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Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

78%Possible
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP158123
Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP158123 • Found Apr 10, 2026
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 80%83 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Arleta, California - unidentified case UP104482
Jane Doe — Arleta, California
UP104482 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 31 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 83%73 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 93%125–145 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Long Beach, California - unidentified case UP91724
Jane Doe — Long Beach, California
UP91724 • Found Apr 20, 2022
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%94 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 68%5'0"–5'3" vs 5'6"
Weight 93%125–140 lb vs 110 lb
Hair 60%Black 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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