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Luis Mexicanoz Missing Person Case

Last seen in El Cajon, California on Oct 16, 2018

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Victim Details

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Apr 22, 2022

Luis

Mexicanoz

50

42

63 inches

150 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 16, 2018

El Cajon

California

San Diego County

No

112595

El Cajon Police Department

El Cajon

California

San Diego County

92020

100 Civic Center Way, California

6195793311

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityofelcajon.us/your-government/departments/police

18009280

El Cajon Police Department

4710

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 19, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP88904) and 1 other source
Luis Alvarado Mexicanoz, a 42-year-old Hispanic male, was last seen on October 16, 2018, in El Cajon, California. He stood 5'3" tall, weighed around 150 pounds, and had black hair and brown eyes. There are very few details surrounding his disappearance, and he has not been heard from since that day. His case has remained unresolved, with no significant updates or leads.

The El Cajon Police Department is leading the investigation into his disappearance, and the authorities continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward. Despite the lack of information, the case remains open, and his family is hoping for any developments that might shed light on his whereabouts.

If anyone has tips or information, they are urged to contact the El Cajon Police Department at 619-579-3311.
Last Seen: Oct 16, 2018

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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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Jamul, California
    UP89276 • Found Jun 2, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 81%179 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP89853 • Found Nov 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 80%180 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%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 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 79%88 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Dulzura, California - unidentified case UP90411
    John Doe — Dulzura, California
    UP90411 • Found Oct 25, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 0%71 lb vs 150 lb
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP149750
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP149750 • Found Aug 9, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 72%116 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Dulzura, California - unidentified case UP130453
    John Doe — Dulzura, California
    UP130453 • Found Sep 12, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'7" vs 5'3"
    Weight 83%122 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    79%Possible
    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 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 75%102 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Dulzura, California
    UP54765 • Found Oct 5, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 42
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound same day as last seen
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP160854 • Found May 27, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 81%80 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP98209
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP98209 • Found Dec 1, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 72%113 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'3"
    Weight 87%115–125 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black 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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