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Justus Hopton Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Jul 4, 2019

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Victim Details

Mar 30, 2021

Jun 6, 2024

Justus

Hopton

31

24

67 inches

135 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Jul 4, 2019

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

No

102748

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/

200313139

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

6397

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 5, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP79162)
Justus Hopton, a 24-year-old from Los Angeles, California, was last heard from on July 4, 2019. During his last contact with family, Justus mentioned that he was staying at a medical facility in Los Angeles. However, it was later discovered that he left the facility, and no further contact has been made with his family since that time. There are concerns that Justus might be experiencing homelessness, as there have been no recent updates or signs of his whereabouts.

The case remains open, with family and authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. Justus is described as a Black male, 5'7" tall, weighing approximately 135 pounds, with black hair. Investigations are ongoing, but few details have emerged, making it crucial for the public to assist in locating him.
Last Seen: Jul 4, 2019

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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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP132198
John Doe — Hawthorne, California
UP132198 • Found Aug 7, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–5'11" vs 5'7"
Weight 98%150–200 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'7"
Weight 98%150 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%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 99%Est. 26–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%1 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 36%6'0"–6'3" vs 5'7"
Weight 98%150–165 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 40%Bald vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP137921 • Found Dec 10, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 21–60 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 98%100–120 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — San Ysidro, California - unidentified case UP119420
John Doe — San Ysidro, California
UP119420 • Found Feb 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 70%125 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
Weight 99%149 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
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 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'7"
75%Possible
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP106923 • Found Jul 26, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 83%Est. 30–50 vs 24 when missing
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%130–170 lb vs 135 lb
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 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'7"
Weight 36%185–200 lb vs 135 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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