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Luis Miranda Missing Person Case

Last seen in Unknown, Arizona on Jun 26, 2017

Victim Details

Oct 17, 2020

Mar 25, 2024

Luis

Miranda

35

26

66 inches

185 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jun 26, 2017

Unknown

Arizona

Maricopa County

No

91634

Phoenix Police Department

Phoenix

Arizona

Maricopa County

85004

Stuart Somershoe

Police Volunteer

2120 North Central Avenue, Arizona

6022626151

Local

Law Enforcement

202000001707331

Oct 17, 2020

Phoenix Police Department

na

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP74754) and 1 other source
On June 26, 2017, a 27-year-old Hispanic/Latino male named Luis Alejandro Soto Miranda went missing. He was last known to be in the vast and often unforgiving desert of southern Arizona. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 185 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. The clothing he was last seen wearing consisted of blue jeans, a red long-sleeved shirt, and white tennis shoes. His case was officially created on October 17, 2020, and is being handled by the Phoenix Police Department.

The circumstances surrounding Luis's disappearance are sparse, with the primary detail being that he was in the process of crossing the desert. This information leaves many questions unanswered about his intended destination, his state of mind, and whether he was traveling alone or with others. The desert environment in southern Arizona can be extremely harsh, with dangers ranging from extreme temperatures to treacherous terrain. These factors add a layer of concern and urgency to the efforts to locate him. The lack of specific details about his last known whereabouts within the expansive desert region presents a significant challenge for search and rescue operations.

The official report of his disappearance was made to the Phoenix Police Department on October 17, 2020, well over three years after he was last seen. The case, listed under NamUs number MP74754, remains open, and the lack of new information has left family and friends in a painful state of uncertainty. The investigation is a collaborative effort, with law enforcement seeking any information that could lead to answers about what happened to Luis Alejandro Soto Miranda in the summer of 2017. The case serves as a somber reminder of the perils that can be encountered in the remote and rugged landscapes of the borderlands.
Last Seen: Jun 26, 2017

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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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona
    UP106028 • Found Jun 21, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 33–58 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%203 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Gila Bend, Arizona
    UP57940 • Found Apr 20, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 27–37 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%50 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'6"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP54288
    John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona
    UP54288 • Found Jul 23, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP51289
    John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona
    UP51289 • Found Feb 5, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 26
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — west of Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP69109
    John Doe — west of Ajo, Arizona
    UP69109 • Found Nov 30, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 26 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 5'6"
    77%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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%86 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'6"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP78151
    John Doe — Arizona
    UP78151 • Found Jan 31, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    77%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 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'6"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Sells, Arizona - unidentified case UP71763
    John Doe — Sells, Arizona
    UP71763 • Found Mar 9, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 16–30 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 74%107 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'6"

    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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