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Miguel Soto Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Rosa, California on Sep 21, 2004

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Victim Details

Created

Jan 24, 2023

Case Added

May 5, 2024

First Name

Miguel

Last Name

Soto

Current Age

Age At Disappearance

Height

67 inches

Weight

150 lbs

Ethnicity

Hispanic / Latino

Gender

Male

Last Seen

Sep 21, 2004

City

Santa Rosa

State

California

County

Sonoma County

Zip Code

95401

Tribal Land

Agency ID

122816

Agency Name

Santa Rosa Police Department

Agency City

Santa Rosa

Agency State

California

Agency County

Sonoma County

Agency Zip Code

95404

Agency Address

965 Sonoma Avenue, California

Agency Phone

7075433600

Agency Jurisdiction

Local

Agency Type

Law Enforcement

Agency Website

https://www.srcity.org/214/Police

Agency Case #

SR040018144

Agency Report Date

Sep 21, 2004

Primary Agency

Santa Rosa Police Department

Hair Color

Black

Left Eye Color

Brown

Right Eye Color

Brown

Last Updated

Oct 15, 2026

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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP99538) and 3 other sources

Miguel Soto, a 17-year-old from Santa Rosa, California, was last seen on September 21, 2004. At the time of his disappearance, Miguel was described as a Hispanic male with black hair and brown eyes, standing 5'7" and weighing approximately 150 pounds. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, but he was last known to be at a residence in Santa Rosa.

His case has gained attention, but there have been no significant updates or breakthroughs. Authorities continue to search for leads, and his case remains open as his family and law enforcement seek answers. Despite years passing since his disappearance, any information that could assist in locating Miguel would be valuable. If you have any details about his whereabouts, you are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities.
Last Seen: Sep 21, 2004

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Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

77%Possible

John Doe — Sausalito, California

UP7083 • Found Dec 12, 2006

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Sex ✓Male

Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 17 when missing

Race 60%White

Location 91%44 mi away, same state

TimingFound 2 years after last seen

Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"

Weight 93%170 lb vs 150 lb

Hair 100%Black vs Black

Eyes 0%Blue vs Brown

77%Possible

John Doe — Westley, California

UP11031 • Found Jun 15, 2006

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Sex ✓Male

Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 17 when missing

Race 100%Hispanic

Location 74%107 mi away, same state

TimingFound 21 months after last seen

Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"

Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb

75%Possible

John Doe — Clearlake, California

UP101902 • Found Sep 11, 2015

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Sex ✓Male

Age 60%Est. 18–45 vs 17 when missing

Race 100%Hispanic

Location 93%37 mi away, same state

TimingFound 11 years after last seen

Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'7"

Weight 100%100–150 lb vs 150 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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Miguel Soto Missing Person Case

Last seen in Santa Rosa, California on Sep 21, 2004

Victim Details

Case Description

Links to Additional Sources (3)

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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