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Arturo Valadez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Villa Coronas, California on Dec 31, 2015

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Victim Details

May 3, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

Arturo

Valadez

70

60

69 inches

220 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Dec 31, 2015

Villa Coronas

California

Ventura County

126705

Oxnard Police Department

Oxnard

California

Ventura County

93030

251 South C Street, California

8053857600

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.oxnardpd.org/

2016-00000874

Oxnard Police Department

Black

Black

Black

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38036) and 1 other source
Arturo Valadez, a 60-year-old man from Oxnard, California, went missing on December 31, 2015, while traveling in Villa Coronas, Jalisco, Mexico. Valadez had been in regular contact with his family throughout his trip. However, all communication ceased abruptly on that date, and he has not been heard from since. His disappearance has left both his family and authorities searching for answers.

At the time of his disappearance, Valadez was 5'9", weighed around 220 pounds, and had black hair. Despite efforts to locate him, there have been no significant leads or developments in the case. His disappearance is listed in various missing persons databases, including NAMUS and the California Department of Justice, as authorities continue to seek information on his whereabouts.
Last Seen: Dec 31, 2015

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP38036

    • 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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP55211
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP55211 • Found Jan 16, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%198 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%59 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 93%180–190 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17010
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17010 • Found Jul 28, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 85%182 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — California - unidentified case UP15654
    John Doe — California
    UP15654 • Found Jul 9, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 60
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 5'9"
    Weight 39%141 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Santa Monica, California
    UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 63%Est. 40–55 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'9"
    Weight 88%255–275 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 64%140–160 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP100668 • Found Sep 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 60 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 73%110 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 86%183 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP78168
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP78168 • Found Mar 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'9"
    Weight 64%140–160 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 0%Blue vs Black
    75%Possible
    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 60 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 86%59 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 56%154 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17844
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP17844 • Found Apr 20, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 86%60 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 75%160–170 lb vs 220 lb
    Hair 60%Brown 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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