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Apolinar Cueto Missing Person Case

Last seen in Tucson, Arizona on Jun 21, 2007

Victim Details

Oct 21, 2020

Mar 25, 2024

Apolinar

Cueto

52

33

63 inches

147 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jun 21, 2007

Tucson

Arizona

Pima County

No

91724

Phoenix Police Department

Phoenix

Arizona

Maricopa County

85004

Stuart Somershoe

Police Volunteer

2120 North Central Avenue, Arizona

6022626151

Local

Law Enforcement

202000001706792

Oct 17, 2020

Phoenix Police Department

8516

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP74863) and 2 other sources
On June 21, 2007, 33-year-old Apolinar Cruz Cueto, a Hispanic male also known by the nicknames 'Pepe' and 'El Carretonero,' had his last contact with his family. He was last seen in Tucson, in Pima County, Arizona. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 5'3' tall and weighing approximately 147 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Distinctive physical characteristics include a scar on his upper right hand and a thumb on his right hand that is smaller than his left. The circumstances surrounding his last contact with family remain unclear, and they have not heard from him since that day.

The official report of his disappearance was not filed until over a decade later, on October 17, 2020, with the Phoenix Police Department. The reasons for this significant delay in reporting are not publicly detailed, adding another layer of complexity to the investigation. The case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System a few days later, on October 21, 2020. This has allowed for his case information to be shared nationwide among law enforcement agencies and the public, but has yielded no significant leads.

The investigation into Apolinar Cueto's disappearance is being handled by the Phoenix Police Department, despite his last known location being in Tucson. This suggests that there may be information or connections related to his case in the Phoenix area. The passage of time presents significant challenges in uncovering new information or evidence. With no new leads or updates, Apolinar Cueto's case remains an unsolved missing person investigation, a quiet and sorrowful mystery for his family who still await answers. The lack of information regarding his activities or state of mind at the time he went missing leaves a void for investigators and loved ones alike.
Last Seen: Jun 21, 2007

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • AZ- Apolinar Cruz Cueto, 33, Tucson, 21 Jun 2007

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Cowlic, Tohono O'Odham Nation, Arizona - unidentified case UP12076
    John Doe — Cowlic, Tohono O'Odham Nation, Arizona
    UP12076 • Found Jul 5, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–36 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%66 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%136 lb vs 147 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — South Tucson, Arizona - unidentified case UP12008
    John Doe — South Tucson, Arizona
    UP12008 • Found May 9, 2013
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%133 lb vs 147 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Marana, Arizona - unidentified case UP8606
    John Doe — Marana, Arizona
    UP8606 • Found Sep 17, 2010
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%21 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 91%126 lb vs 147 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Robles Junction, Arizona - unidentified case UP5336
    John Doe — Robles Junction, Arizona
    UP5336 • Found Nov 7, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 22–36 vs 33
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Robles Junction vicinity, Arizona - unidentified case UP6357
    John Doe — Robles Junction vicinity, Arizona
    UP6357 • Found Jun 6, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 24 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Red Rock, Arizona - unidentified case UP5159
    John Doe — Red Rock, Arizona
    UP5159 • Found Aug 31, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 32–44 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Gunsight, Arizona - unidentified case UP4924
    John Doe — Gunsight, Arizona
    UP4924 • Found Jun 24, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%24 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Tucson, Arizona - unidentified case UP6743
    John Doe — Tucson, Arizona
    UP6743 • Found Dec 15, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 29–43 vs 33
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'7" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 147 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Aguirre Valley / wash area, Arizona - unidentified case UP4953
    John Doe — Aguirre Valley / wash area, Arizona
    UP4953 • Found Jul 26, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–36 vs 33
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%50 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Near Big Field Village, Arizona - unidentified case UP11595
    John Doe — Near Big Field Village, Arizona
    UP11595 • Found May 8, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 33 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%42 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 81%176 lb vs 147 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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    Has anyone come across any updates on Apolinar Cruz Cueto's banking activities around June 2007? I... ...Read More
    11/15/2024
    Hey everyone, Has anyone looked into the weather reports from the day Apolinar Cruz Cueto went... ...Read More
    07/08/2023
    Do cell phone records hold any clues? Hey everyone, been following the case of Apolinar Cruz Cueto... ...Read More
    05/11/2023

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