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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP64090) and 7 other sources
In the autumn of 2019, Juan J. Guzman was preparing for a significant life change. The 56-year-old was in St. George, Utah, for the purpose of selling some property, a final step before his planned move to Orem, Utah. He was expected to arrive in Orem around November 13, 2019, but he never made it. His plans appeared to take an unexpected turn, causing concern among his family when he failed to show up. The last time friends reported seeing him was in St. George on November 14. His family's final contact with him was a day later. The reasons for his deviation from his intended path remain unclear, marking the beginning of a prolonged and worrying absence.

The timeline of Juan's last known movements shows a journey that ended in ambiguity. It was confirmed that on November 14, 2019, he boarded a shuttle from St. George, Utah, to Las Vegas, Nevada. The following day, his cell phone was pinged in Las Vegas, which is the last known indication of his whereabouts. Shortly after this ping, his phone was shut off. In a conversation with his ex-wife, Juan had mentioned that he was going to Tijuana. This, coupled with past statements he had made about returning to his home country of El Salvador to die, created a troubling picture for his loved ones and authorities. His family grew extremely worried due to his health concerns.

At the time of his disappearance, Juan Guzman was described as a Hispanic male with graying hair and green eyes, standing at 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing between 180 and 200 pounds. The St. George Police Department opened an investigation into his disappearance, acknowledging the possibility that he may have left the country. The circumstances of the case are vague, as it is unknown if his expressed intention to travel to Tijuana or El Salvador was the reason for his disappearance. The sudden cessation of communication after the cell phone ping in Las Vegas has left his family with unanswered questions and a profound sense of uncertainty. The investigation remains open, with authorities seeking any information that might shed light on what happened to Juan Guzman after he reached Las Vegas.

Last Seen: Nov 15, 2019

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Henderson, Nevada
UP135976 • Found Nov 17, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 56 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 99%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10"–6'2" vs 5'11"

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.