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Hugo Lopez Missing Person Case

Last seen in South Gate, California on Nov 6, 2018

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Victim Details

Apr 22, 2020

May 5, 2020

Hugo

Lopez

53

45

64 inches

160 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Nov 6, 2018

South Gate

California

Los Angeles County

90280

No

80630

South Gate Police Department

South Gate

California

Los Angeles County

90280

Jacqueline Frausto-Ramirez

Court Liaison

8620 California Avenue, California

3235635400

Local

Law Enforcement

http://cityofsouthgate.org/233/Police

18-11946

Nov 6, 2018

South Gate Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP68415) and 4 other sources
Hugo Lopez, a 45-year-old man, was last seen on November 6, 2018, in South Gate, California. At the time of his disappearance, Lopez was living in an assisted living facility. His case has raised concerns due to the possibility that he may have required medical attention, adding urgency to efforts to locate him.

Described as a Hispanic male, Lopez stood 5'4" tall, weighed around 160 pounds, and had gray or partially gray hair. His disappearance has remained unsolved for years, and despite public attention, there has been no significant development in the case. As with many missing persons cases, authorities and various platforms continue to seek tips or information that may help in finding him.

The case remains active, and those with information are urged to contact law enforcement. The search for Lopez is part of ongoing efforts by organizations focused on missing persons to bring resolution to his family.
Last Seen: Nov 6, 2018

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP68415
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP120667
  • Police Report - The Prowers Journal
  • MISSING Hugo Lopez Salas ... - Missing People In America

    • 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.

    88%Strong
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP60986
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP60986 • Found Sep 22, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 45
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    84%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 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%135–150 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    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 45
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 61%105–115 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%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 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%140–155 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    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 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 76%115–125 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP83731
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP83731 • Found Aug 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 75%4'10"–5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 68%119 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP89853 • Found Nov 6, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 75%101 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 95%180 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84065
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84065 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 61%Est. 55–75 vs 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'4"
    Weight 84%131 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 83%Est. 50–70 vs 45 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%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 45 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%150–160 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    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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