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Jose Rivera Missing Person Case

Last seen in Los Angeles, California on Oct 4, 2007

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Victim Details

Jan 14, 2013

Feb 8, 2017

Jose

Rivera

35

16

63 inches

125 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 4, 2007

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90002

12921

Los Angeles Police Department

Los Angeles

California

,

071827243

Oct 4, 2007

Los Angeles Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18928) and 4 other sources
Jose Rivera, a 16-year-old, went missing on October 4, 2007, from Los Angeles, California. He had recently been placed in a foster home and left the residence that afternoon, just hours after arriving. Jose had a history of running away from placements, which led authorities to classify him as a runaway. He has not been seen since. At the time of his disappearance, Jose was described as 5'3", 125 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. His case remains unsolved, and any new information could help locate him.
Last Seen: Oct 4, 2007

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP18928 | NamUs
  • Jose Rivera | International Missing Persons Wiki | Fandom
  • FEATURED MISSING ADULTS - California Department of Justice
  • Jose Rivera - News - IMDb

    • 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 UP58827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP58827 • Found Jun 25, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%105–115 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Compton, California
    UP10299 • Found Dec 26, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'3"
    Weight 55%163 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California - unidentified case UP118442
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP118442 • Found Jun 30, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP16226 • Found Dec 2, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 39%170–200 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12379
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12379 • Found Jan 26, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 73%Est. 25–45 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'3"
    Weight 80%150–160 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Redlands, California - unidentified case UP9086
    John Doe — Redlands, California
    UP9086 • Found Jul 27, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 98%Est. 20–30 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 85%63 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 66%158 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%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 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 96%140–155 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP12158
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP12158 • Found Jan 7, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 14–18 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'7"–5'11" vs 5'3"
    Weight 80%150–175 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    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 71%Est. 25–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 68%157 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 90%46 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 125 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    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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