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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP27682) and 6 other sources
Maria Angelica Salas, age 20, was last seen in the early hours of August 13, 2001, in San Jose, California. She left her residence in the vicinity of Coyote and Center Road around 3:00 a.m., possibly accompanied by a male. Salas, who also went by the nickname "Mary," never returned home, and there have been few details available regarding her disappearance since that day.

Maria is described as 4'11" to 5'1" tall, weighing about 100 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She has several distinctive tattoos, including the name "Mary" on her right ankle, "Breanne" on her left ankle, and a butterfly tattoo on her left arm. She also has medical conditions requiring attention. Since her disappearance, there have been a few unconfirmed sightings, but no activity has been reported on her bank accounts.

The San Jose Police Department continues to investigate her case, but it remains unsolved. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities to help bring closure to her family.

Last Seen: Aug 13, 2001

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
Jane Doe — San Francisco, California
UP9160 • Found Apr 22, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 20 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'1"
Weight 70%125 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
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.