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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38111) and 1 other source
Luz Zamora-Alferez, a 45-year-old male, went missing on September 1, 1984, from Homestead, Florida. At the time of his disappearance, Zamora-Alferez had been residing in Bonita Springs but was reportedly planning to take a Greyhound bus to Brownsville, Texas. However, he never arrived at his destination, and no one has heard from him since. Originally from Mexico, Zamora-Alferez was known for his distinctive physical features, including a salt-and-pepper beard, brown eyes, and a large mole on the left side of his chest. He also had a scar on his right leg from a previous axe injury.

Family members indicated that Zamora-Alferez was a heavy smoker who preferred Argentine and Winston cigarette brands. His disappearance has left few clues over the decades, and despite efforts by both law enforcement and family, no major breakthroughs have emerged in his case. His dental and fingerprint records were unavailable, but authorities have initiated a DNA inquiry in hopes of finding new leads.

Zamora-Alferez's case remains open, and authorities continue to urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement, as even small details might help solve this long-standing case.

Last Seen: Sep 1, 1984

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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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1158
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1158 • Found Jul 24, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 46–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP14225
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP14225 • Found Nov 16, 1984
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 45
Race 60%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5752
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5752 • Found Apr 4, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 95%144 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP5269
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP5269 • Found Apr 13, 1990
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
78%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP1187
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP1187 • Found Apr 22, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%183 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Miami Beach, Florida
UP13711 • Found Apr 15, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 95%30 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 73%126 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Miami, Florida - unidentified case UP6750
John Doe — Miami, Florida
UP6750 • Found Aug 8, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–58 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 95%27 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%174 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Islamorada, Florida
UP6185 • Found Apr 17, 1993
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
76%Possible
John Doe — Immokalee, Florida
UP81735 • Found Jul 26, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 78%88 mi away, same state
TimingFound 34 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 70%Black vs Gray
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP7907
John Doe — Florida
UP7907 • Found Aug 13, 1987
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 99%188 lb vs 165–170 lb
Hair 40%Black vs Gray
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.

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