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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP74753) and 1 other source
In the vast and often unforgiving landscape of the Arizona desert, the story of a young man's hope for a new beginning took a somber turn. Armando Alexander Garcia Suchite, a 22-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen on August 16, 2018. On that day, he was attempting to cross into the United States from Mexico, a journey undertaken by many in search of better opportunities or to reunite with family. His last known location was in the desert region of Arizona, a treacherous environment that has been the unfortunate final resting place for many who have attempted the same journey. Since that day, there has been no communication from Armando, and his whereabouts remain a painful mystery for those who knew him.

Armando is described as a young man with black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood between 5 feet 2 inches and 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighed between 140 and 150 pounds. He has several distinguishing physical features that could aid in his identification, including a scar on his head, fillings in his upper front teeth, and a 'smashed' finger. When he was last seen, it is believed he was wearing size 32 pants and size 9 shoes. These small details paint a picture of the individual whose life was abruptly put on hold, a person with a history etched into his very being, now lost to the silence of the desert. The Phoenix Police Department is the investigating agency in his case.

The disappearance of Armando Garcia Suchite is a heart-wrenching example of the dangers faced by individuals attempting to cross the border. The harsh conditions of the Arizona desert, including extreme temperatures and rugged terrain, pose significant risks such as dehydration and heatstroke to those who are unprepared for its challenges. His case is one of many where individuals have vanished without a trace in this region, leaving their families in a state of perpetual uncertainty. The lack of information and the clandestine nature of such crossings make the search for the missing incredibly difficult. The case of Armando Garcia Suchite serves as a solemn reminder of the human element behind immigration statistics, representing a life, a story, and a family left waiting for answers.

Last Seen: Aug 16, 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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP75357
John Doe — Arizona
UP75357 • Found Jul 24, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–22 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%70 mi away, same state
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–5'5"
Weight 100%120–135 lb vs 140–150 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — South Mountain, Arizona - unidentified case UP67431
John Doe — South Mountain, Arizona
UP67431 • Found Mar 8, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–30 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%4'10"–5'2" vs 5'2"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Sil Nakya, Arizona - unidentified case UP96015
John Doe — Sil Nakya, Arizona
UP96015 • Found Jul 26, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'2"–5'5"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP92525
John Doe — Sells, Arizona
UP92525 • Found May 31, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 74%107 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'2"–5'5"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP80720
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP80720 • Found Nov 29, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–32 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'2"–5'5"
78%Possible
John Doe — southwest of Picture Rocks, Arizona - unidentified case UP67780
John Doe — southwest of Picture Rocks, Arizona
UP67780 • Found Nov 13, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'4" vs 5'2"–5'5"
77%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP121658
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP121658 • Found Aug 22, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 28–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'3" vs 5'2"–5'5"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Ahan Owuch, Arizona - unidentified case UP93691
John Doe — Ahan Owuch, Arizona
UP93691 • Found Jun 19, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–30 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%91 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'2"–5'5"
77%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP88380
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP88380 • Found Oct 13, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'2"–5'5"
77%Possible
John Doe — Pisinemo, Arizona - unidentified case UP88232
John Doe — Pisinemo, Arizona
UP88232 • Found Sep 29, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–23 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 75%98 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'2"–5'5"

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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