Crime Solvers Central
Crime Solvers Central
302 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
Fernando Ortiz missing person case profile photo

Fernando Ortiz Missing Person Case

Last seen in Porterville, California on May 2, 2016

Create Press Release
Create Social Post
Create Flyer

Victim Details

Sep 23, 2020

Aug 1, 2023

Fernando

Ortiz

46

36

66 inches

150 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

May 2, 2016

Porterville

California

Tulare County

93257

No

91136

Porterville Police Department

Porterville

California

Tulare County

93257

350 North D Street, California

5597827400

Local

Law Enforcement

16-2785

May 3, 2016

Porterville Police Department

8354

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 4, 2026


Area Last Seen:

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP73907) and 5 other sources
Fernando Cristobal Ortiz, a 36-year-old man, was last seen on May 2, 2016, in Porterville, California. On that day, he was arrested by the Tulare County Sheriff's Department for being under the influence of a controlled substance. During his arrest, Ortiz mentioned to officers that he intended to leave Porterville and return to his family in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico. After his release, Ortiz has not been in contact with his family in California. However, some family members reportedly confirmed that he had reconnected with relatives in Mexico. Despite this, he remains classified as missing, and his whereabouts have not been fully verified.

There has been speculation that Ortiz may be avoiding certain family members in California, but the exact reasons for his disappearance and lack of contact remain unclear. His family continues to seek answers, and the authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: May 2, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (5)

See any mistakes? Let us know!
  • Fernando Ortiz-Carreras - The Charley Project
  • Wall of Fame - City of Porterville
  • Missing Children alerts for California - MostFreebies.com
  • Fernando Ortiz | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing Children Data from NAMUS website - GitHubのGist

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 36
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 66%145 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 93%170–200 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Fresno, California
    UP109069 • Found Aug 17, 2022
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 27–36 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 81%121 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Bakersfield, California
    UP61304 • Found Nov 30, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9"–5'11" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17844
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17844 • Found Apr 20, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 66%146 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 24 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%160–170 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California - unidentified case UP118442
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP118442 • Found Jun 30, 2022
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 61%169 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP154628
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP154628 • Found Dec 8, 2025
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 66%146 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP58827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP58827 • Found Jun 25, 2019
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 65%148 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 73%105–115 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17827 • Found Apr 12, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–55 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 66%146 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 23 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'6"
    Weight 87%175–190 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 60%175 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — La Puente, California - unidentified case UP106330
    John Doe — La Puente, California
    UP106330 • Found Jul 2, 2023
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 64%154 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    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.

    Unidentified photos are blurred because many are post-mortem. Tap a photo to reveal it.

    Latest News

    View All

    Forum Posts (1)

    Fernando Cristobal Ortiz, 36, was last seen on May 2, 2016, in Porterville, California, the day he... ...Read More
    11/28/2024

    Other Missing Cases from Porterville, California

    Johnny Cabanyog missing person case in Porterville, California

    Johnny Cabanyog

    Missing: Mar 12, 2003
    Johnny Mireles Cabanyog, a 28-year-old man, was last seen on March 12, 2003, in Porterville ...Read More
    Jose Mendez Gonzalez missing person case in Porterville, California

    Jose Mendez Gonzalez

    Missing: Jan 28, 2009
    Jose Mendez Gonzalez, a 34-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen in Porterville, California on ...Read More
    Erik Arellano missing person case in Porterville, California

    Erik Arellano

    Missing: Sep 12, 2007
    Erik Jose Arellano, a 36-year-old man, was last seen on September 12, 2007, at his residence in ...Read More
    Jaime Estrada missing person case in Porterville, California

    Jaime Estrada

    Missing: Dec 27, 2006
    Jaime Estrada, a 12-year-old boy from Porterville, California, went missing on December 27, 2006. He ...Read More
    Pedro Martinez missing person case in Porterville, California

    Pedro Martinez

    Missing: Mar 31, 2008
    Pedro Castro Martinez, an 18-year-old from Porterville, California, was last seen on March 31, 2008. ...Read More
    Michael Miranda missing person case in Porterville, California

    Michael Miranda

    Missing: Jul 13, 1992
    Michael Joseph Miranda, an 18-year-old from Porterville, California, was last seen on the morning of ...Read More
    Jonathan Pinney missing person case in PORTERVILLE, California

    Jonathan Pinney

    Missing: Nov 21, 2025
    Jonathan James Pinney, a 15-year-old male, has been missing since November 21, 2025. He was last ...Read More