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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP25347) and 6 other sources
Elvis Omar Vega, a 32-year-old man from Paramount, California, was last seen on June 17, 2008. Following his disappearance, his vehicle was later located abandoned in Tijuana, Mexico, raising concerns about foul play. Elvis was described as 5'8", weighing 230 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He had several distinct tattoos, including two clowns on his right arm, the words "Bardo RIP" on his left arm, and a smiling and frowning face on his collarbone. He also had a scar on the right side of his abdomen.

Vega may have been known by his middle name, Omar, and since the discovery of his car, there have been no significant developments in the investigation. His case remains classified as endangered missing, and few additional details have emerged regarding the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate, urging anyone with information to come forward.

His case remains open, with authorities seeking any leads that might help solve his mysterious disappearance.

Last Seen: Jun 17, 2008

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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP17827
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP17827 • Found Apr 12, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 85%175–190 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 94%170–200 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Arleta, California
UP7518 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%29 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 61%165 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP12867 • Found May 3, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%200–250 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP154628
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP154628 • Found Dec 8, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 55%150–160 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Vista, California
UP76365 • Found Nov 26, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%73 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 98%255 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79792
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP79792 • Found Mar 7, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–64 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'11" vs 5'8"
Weight 67%170 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12377
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP12377 • Found Jan 12, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 68%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'8"
Weight 51%157 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 77%170–180 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
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 32 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 67%160–170 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
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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