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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP74746)
In the late summer of 2015, a sense of unease began to settle over the family and friends of Luis Miguel Nunez Otais. At 31 years old, Luis was a Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing around 120 pounds. He had a couple of distinguishing physical features: a scar located between his nose and eyes, and a metal plate in his right arm near his hand. The last confirmed contact with Luis was on September 1, 2015. At the time of his disappearance, he was known to be in the process of crossing the border in Southern Arizona. The specifics of his last known location within Arizona remain vague, adding a layer of complexity to the efforts to find him. The Phoenix Police Department officially took on the case, documenting it under agency case number 202000001706570, though the report was not filed until October 17, 2020, over five years after he was last seen.

The circumstances surrounding Luis Miguel Nunez Otais's disappearance are sparse, leaving those who care for him with many unanswered questions. The primary detail that has been shared is that he was last known to be crossing the border. This piece of information, while significant, opens up a myriad of possibilities and potential dangers that he may have encountered. The journey across the border can be perilous, with natural elements and other unforeseen risks posing a constant threat. Without any further communication or sightings, the exact nature of the difficulties he may have faced remains a matter of speculation. The lack of concrete details has made the investigation challenging for the Phoenix Police Department and has prolonged the anguish for his loved ones.

Years have passed since Luis Miguel Nunez Otais was last seen, and his case remains an active missing person investigation. The passage of time has not diminished the hope of finding answers, but it has undoubtedly deepened the mystery. The official report was filed years after his initial disappearance, a delay that can sometimes complicate the process of gathering timely evidence and witness accounts. The case is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities individuals can face, especially in transitional and often dangerous environments. The overview of this case is one of uncertainty and a family's prolonged wait for information. With very few leads, the disappearance of Luis Miguel Nunez Otais continues to be a painful and unresolved chapter for everyone involved, a story without a conclusion, and a life left in question.

Last Seen: Sep 1, 2015

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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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Gila Bend, Arizona
UP57940 • Found Apr 20, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 27–37 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%50 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'6"
78%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 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'6"
78%Possible
John Doe — near Queen's Well, Arizona - unidentified case UP54498
John Doe — near Queen's Well, Arizona
UP54498 • Found Jan 2, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 29–36 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'6"
78%Possible
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP16489
John Doe — Near Ajo, Arizona
UP16489 • Found Oct 12, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–35 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
78%Possible
John Doe — Near Dateland, Arizona - unidentified case UP17417
John Doe — Near Dateland, Arizona
UP17417 • Found Oct 10, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 76%96 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
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 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'6"
77%Possible
John Doe — Near Dirt Burn Village, Arizona - unidentified case UP16738
John Doe — Near Dirt Burn Village, Arizona
UP16738 • Found Jun 6, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 75%99 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
77%Possible
John Doe — Near Choulic Village, Arizona - unidentified case UP16478
John Doe — Near Choulic Village, Arizona
UP16478 • Found Sep 12, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–40 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 70%124 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
76%Possible
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona
UP106028 • Found Jun 21, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 33–58 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
Weight 0%203 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%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 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Hair 60%Black 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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