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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP28100) and 7 other sources
In the winter of 1996, a young man named Jose Zarasoza Fierro vanished from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, leaving behind a void of information and a family searching for answers. He was 22 years old at the time of his disappearance on December 19, 1996. Known to his friends and loved ones as 'Joe' or 'Zaragozo,' Jose was last seen by friends, but the specific details of what transpired on that day remain largely unknown to the public. Jose is described as a Hispanic male, standing at 5'6' and weighing approximately 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. A distinguishing feature is a tattoo of the word 'LOCO' on the knuckles of his left hand. At the time he went missing, he was also noted to have a mustache.

The circumstances surrounding Jose's disappearance are shrouded in mystery, as very few details have ever been released to the public. The official narrative simply states that he was last seen by friends on that December day. The lack of information has made the investigation incredibly challenging for the Oklahoma City Police Department, the agency handling his case. Despite the passage of decades, the case remains open, a lingering question in the files of unsolved missing persons. Information regarding what he was wearing or any potential reasons for his disappearance has not been made public, leaving a painful silence for those who knew him.

The years have stretched on, turning a period of immediate concern into a long and arduous wait for any news. Jose's case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving their families to navigate a world of uncertainty. The investigation into what happened to Jose Zarasoza Fierro continues, and authorities still hope for a break in the case that might finally provide answers. The overview of the case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance, with a lack of substantial leads or public information to shed light on the events of that day. The primary details available are his physical description and the date he was last seen by friends, leaving a decades-long mystery in its wake.

Last Seen: Dec 19, 1996

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Guthrie, Oklahoma - unidentified case UP5178
John Doe — Guthrie, Oklahoma
UP5178 • Found Dec 12, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 22
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%31 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP96534 • Found Dec 22, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 59%180 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%164 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Farmers Branch, Texas - unidentified case UP1397
John Doe — Farmers Branch, Texas
UP1397 • Found Oct 30, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 59%179 mi away
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 96%168 lb vs 150 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Longview, Texas
UP1839 • Found Jul 29, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 49%259 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 93%130 lb vs 150 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.

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