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Efren Valdez Missing Person Case

Last seen in South Gate, California on Oct 23, 2018

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Victim Details

Oct 31, 2018

Apr 28, 2020

Efren

Valdez

63

55

65 inches

140 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 23, 2018

South Gate

California

Los Angeles County

90280

43250

South Gate Police Department

South Gate

California

Los Angeles County

90280

Ismael Ververa

sergeant

8620 California Avenue, California

3235635400

Local

Law Enforcement

http://cityofsouthgate.org/233/Police

18-11425

Oct 24, 2018

South Gate Police Department

9880

Black

Black

Black

Oct 2, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53215) and 1 other source
Efren Valdez, a 55-year-old man, was last seen on October 23, 2018, in South Gate, California. He left his apartment that day wearing a blue shirt and gray sweatpants, with plans to return within two hours. Efren, who had been showing signs of dementia, may have become disoriented and unable to find his way home. Described as a shy individual, Efren's condition likely contributed to his disappearance.

Despite efforts to locate him, there has been no significant information regarding his whereabouts since he was last seen. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward to assist in solving his case.
Last Seen: Oct 23, 2018

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP53215 | NamUs

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 55
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    85%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP149750
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP149750 • Found Aug 9, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP98209
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP98209 • Found Dec 1, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 99%115–125 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — La Puente, California - unidentified case UP106330
    John Doe — La Puente, California
    UP106330 • Found Jul 2, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 96%Est. 60–70 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP107893 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 92%40 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84065
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84065 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%131 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP100668 • Found Sep 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'5"
    Weight 54%183 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP83731
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP83731 • Found Aug 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 75%4'10"–5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 90%119 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black

    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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