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Gerardo Medrano Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Nov 15, 2018

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Victim Details

Jun 29, 2021

Aug 3, 2021

Gerardo

Medrano

53

46

67 inches

71 inches

150 lbs

195 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Nov 15, 2018

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90022

No

105315

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Monterey Park

California

Los Angeles County

91755

Matthew Pereida

Sgt.

1 Cupania Circle, California

3238905500

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.lasd.org/about_us.html

021-04006-1431-400

Apr 24, 2021

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

6442

Black

Brown

Brown

Sep 29, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP81706) and 2 other sources
Gerardo Medrano, 46 years old at the time, was last seen on November 15, 2018, at his residence in Los Angeles, California. A native of Mexico, Medrano left his home and has not made any contact with his family since then. There are limited details about the circumstances of his disappearance, and no significant leads have emerged over the years.

Medrano is described as a Hispanic male, standing 5'7" and weighing approximately 150 pounds, with black hair. His case remains unsolved, and the search for any information regarding his whereabouts continues. The authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward, as his case is still open.
Last Seen: Nov 15, 2018

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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 - 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 46
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP100668 • Found Sep 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%45 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP154628
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP154628 • Found Dec 8, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 150–195 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 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 91%115–125 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%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 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black 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 85%Est. 25–50 vs 46
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 79%105–115 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    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 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 68%Est. 55–65 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP83731
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP83731 • Found Aug 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 46 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 75%4'10"–5'5" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 84%119 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Bakersfield, California
    UP61304 • Found Nov 30, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 46
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 74%105 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'7"–5'11"
    Weight 100%140–150 lb vs 150–195 lb
    Hair 100%Black 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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