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David Ceja Missing Person Case

Last seen in Oceanside, California on Sep 6, 2019

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Victim Details

Oct 7, 2019

Nov 17, 2021

David

Ceja

85

78

67 inches

69 inches

170 lbs

200 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Sep 6, 2019

Oceanside

California

San Diego County

Unknown

64691

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

Los Angeles

California

Los Angeles County

90012

100 West 1st Street, California

8772755273

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.lapdonline.org/

DR#191613604

Sep 9, 2019

Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit

9049

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP60695) and 2 other sources
David Ceja, a 78-year-old man, was last seen in Oceanside, California, on September 6, 2019. At the time of his disappearance, Ceja's family had grown concerned after not hearing from him. He was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NAMUS), and his case has remained open since then.

Despite efforts by authorities, no significant updates have been reported. The Oceanside Police Department continues to seek any information that may help resolve Ceja's case. As of now, his whereabouts remain unknown, and his family is still searching for answers.
Last Seen: Sep 6, 2019

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP60695
  • Reports Archives - Orange County District Attorney's Office

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

    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.

    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 84%Est. 55–75 vs 78 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 80%84 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 23 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 78%131 lb vs 170–200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP109282 • Found Nov 1, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 78–92 vs 78
    Race 60%White
    Location 88%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 85%138 lb vs 170–200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 57%Est. 60–70 vs 78 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 100%140–160 lb vs 170–200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP107893 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 68%Est. 58–72 vs 78 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 88%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 90%142 lb vs 170–200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — La Mesa, California - unidentified case UP64835
    John Doe — La Mesa, California
    UP64835 • Found Oct 31, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 68–82 vs 78
    Race 60%White
    Location 93%36 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'9"
    Weight 0%317 lb vs 170–200 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray

    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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