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Froelan Rosales Missing Person Case

Last seen in Holtville, California on Sep 22, 1989

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Victim Details

Jan 6, 2010

Dec 22, 2021

Froelan

Rosales

52

15

65 inches

150 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Sep 22, 1989

Holtville

California

Imperial County

26206

Imperial County Sheriff's Office

El Centro

California

Imperial County

92243

328 Applestill Road, California

4422652105

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.icso.org/

9090319

Imperial County Sheriff's Office

Black

Black

Black

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4534) and 8 other sources
Froelan Rosales, a 15-year-old boy, was last seen on September 22, 1989, in Holtville, California. At the time of his disappearance, Froelan stood 5'5" and weighed approximately 150 pounds. He had black hair and black eyes. It is believed that Froelan may have left on his own accord, and his case has been classified as an endangered runaway. However, despite this classification, no trace of him has been found since the day he went missing.

He was also known to sometimes spell his name as "Froilan" and may have used the alias Jorge Ramos. Froelan’s case has remained unsolved for over three decades, with authorities and missing persons organizations still seeking any leads that could provide answers. His case has been included in national databases, including NamUs and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Age-progression photos have been produced to show what he might look like as an adult, but no new developments have occurred.

Anyone with information regarding Froelan's disappearance is encouraged to contact the Imperial County Sheriff’s Department.
Last Seen: Sep 22, 1989

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  • Froelan Rosales - California Department of Justice
  • Missing Froelan Rosales - Missing People In America
  • Froelan Rosales Jr. - The Charley Project
  • Froelan Rosales | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing People In America - Froelan was last seen at his ... - Facebook
  • Froelan Rosales Jr.
  • NCMEC | 35 years ago today marks the disappearance of Froilan ...
  • Missing Person / 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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Pine Valley, California
    UP56812 • Found Dec 4, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%146 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Pine Valley, California
    UP58362 • Found Mar 28, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP12620 • Found May 7, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 93%130 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Jamul, California
    UP56776 • Found Apr 25, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%149 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — San Ysidro, California - unidentified case UP62427
    John Doe — San Ysidro, California
    UP62427 • Found May 1, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–18 vs 15
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 76%98 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 76%117 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Winterhaven, California
    UP15390 • Found Nov 11, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 15–17 vs 15
    Race 60%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP14740
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP14740 • Found Jul 28, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 26 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 93%170 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Pine Valley, California
    UP55716 • Found Jan 24, 2004
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"
    Weight 84%123 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Calexico, California - unidentified case UP15165
    John Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15165 • Found Oct 17, 1999
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 15 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Ysidro, California
    UP57375 • Found Dec 18, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 75%99 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Weight 100%143 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black 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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