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Elton Joseph Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lucerne Valley, California on Dec 11, 2016

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Victim Details

Apr 22, 2021

Apr 22, 2021

Elton

Joseph

57

48

72 inches

74 inches

220 lbs

230 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Dec 11, 2016

Lucerne Valley

California

San Bernardino County

92356

No

103108

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department- Victor Valley Station

Adelanto

California

San Bernardino County

92301

11613 Bartlett Ave, California

7605526800

County

Law Enforcement

071604133

Dec 11, 2016

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department- Victor Valley Station

6491

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP79722) and 3 other sources
Elton Joseph, a 48-year-old man from Lucerne Valley, California, was last seen on December 11, 2016. That day, Joseph reportedly left his home following an altercation, leaving behind his vehicle, wallet, and passport. Witnesses stated that he walked into the desert, and he has not been seen or heard from since. Joseph was described as being 6 feet tall, weighing 220 pounds, and was last seen wearing blue Dickies pants, brown boots, and prescription glasses.

Although no evidence of foul play has been discovered, authorities expressed concern over Joseph's prolonged disappearance, as more than six weeks passed without any leads or contact. Extensive searches were conducted in the area, but no trace of him has been found. His case remains open, and investigators continue to seek information from anyone who might know more about his disappearance.
Last Seen: Dec 11, 2016

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  • Have You Seen This Missing Lucerne Valley Man? - VVNG.com
  • Authorities seek public's help in finding missing Lucerne Valley man
  • LJB Investigations | Facebook

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP151807
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP151807 • Found Sep 22, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 97%194 lb vs 220–230 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    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 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 80%81 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 100%207 lb vs 220–230 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP86642
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP86642 • Found Nov 9, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 84%160–180 lb vs 220–230 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Commerce, California
    UP148343 • Found Jul 21, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 82%75 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0"–6'5" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 53%300–350 lb vs 220–230 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    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 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 80%83 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 48%146 lb vs 220–230 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%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 100%Est. 45–60 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 30%132 lb vs 220–230 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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