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Matthew Finocchio Missing Person Case

Last seen in unknown, California on Feb 1, 2021

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Victim Details

Mar 13, 2024

May 7, 2024

Matthew

Finocchio

39

34

68 inches

72 inches

215 lbs

245 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Feb 1, 2021

unknown

California

Ventura County

No

138391

Manteca Police Department

Manteca

California

San Joaquin County

95337

1001 West Center Street, California

2094568100

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.ci.manteca.ca.us/police/

21-05414

Feb 14, 2021

Manteca Police Department

473

Bald

Blue

Blue

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP118062) and 7 other sources
Matthew Joel Finocchio, a 34-year-old Army veteran, was last seen on February 14, 2021, in Wildomar, California. Finocchio, who resided in Manteca, had been spotted in areas such as Wildomar and eastern Ventura County, including Bell Canyon. He may have been experiencing confusion due to severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) stemming from his military service, leading to concerns that he could be in need of medical attention. At the time of his disappearance, Finocchio was believed to be driving a black 2019 Ford Mustang with the license plate 8UOK069 and the word "Mufasa" on the windshield, referring to his dog.

Despite searches and public appeals for information, very few details about his whereabouts have emerged since his disappearance. His case remains classified as endangered missing, and authorities, including the Manteca Police Department, continue to seek information. Finocchio's family, friends, and community have also renewed their pleas for assistance in locating him, as time has passed with no significant leads.

If anyone has any information about his disappearance, they are encouraged to contact the Manteca Police Department.
Last Seen: Feb 1, 2021

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP118062
  • Matthew Joel Finocchio | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Missing Veterans & Active Duty Military
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP78127
  • Matthew Joel Finocchio - Missing Persons Center
  • Veteran Doe - Missing veteran Matthew Joel Finocchio Last...
  • 2021 Cold Case: Matthew Joel Finocchio CA Plates - YouTube

    • 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.

    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP137125
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP137125 • Found Nov 16, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%56 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 67%155 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Bald
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Hermosa Beach, California
    UP92868 • Found May 14, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 21–44 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'10" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 85%150–175 lb vs 215–245 lb
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP79003
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP79003 • Found Mar 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
    Height 84%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 90%160–180 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Bald
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Burbank, California
    UP80227 • Found Apr 22, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%50 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Santa Monica, California
    UP104485 • Found Mar 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 72%Est. 40–55 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10"–6'0" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 100%255–275 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Bald
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California - unidentified case UP88645
    John Doe — Hawthorne, California
    UP88645 • Found Jan 11, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 49%140 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Brown vs Bald
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP162583
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP162583 • Found Jul 1, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 45%137 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Red vs Bald
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP110585
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP110585 • Found Oct 14, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%157 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 100%215 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Bald
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP163053 • Found Jun 30, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%52 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Hair 40%Brown vs Bald
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Marina del Rey, California
    UP163485 • Found Sep 7, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 34 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'8"–6'0"
    Weight 90%170–180 lb vs 215–245 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Bald

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