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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP16430) and 1 other source
In the spring of 2010, the life of a young man named Javier Yanez Marin took a turn that would leave his family searching for answers for years to come. At 24 years old, Javier was last seen on March 28, 2010, in the vicinity of Phoenix, Arizona. Details surrounding his disappearance are sparse, creating a painful and enduring mystery for those who know and love him. The circumstances provided by his family indicate that he was in the process of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border when he vanished. This particular detail adds a layer of complexity to the search, as the transient nature of border crossings can make it incredibly difficult to trace a person's last known movements with any certainty.

According to the information available, Javier is a Hispanic male with dark brown hair and brown eyes. At the time he went missing, he stood between 5 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighed between 165 and 185 pounds. Unfortunately, there is no public record of the clothing he was wearing or any personal belongings he may have had with him at the time of his disappearance. This lack of specific detail presents a significant challenge for investigators and for the public who might otherwise be able to provide crucial information. The case is being handled by the Pima County Medical Examiner's Office, a detail that underscores the serious concerns for his well-being.

The narrative provided to his family is that he was left behind near Phoenix, a vague and distressing piece of information that offers no real clarity or closure. The absence of concrete details has left his loved ones in a prolonged state of uncertainty. Without witnesses coming forward or new evidence emerging, the trail has grown cold over the past decade. The overview of this case is one of ambiguous loss, a young man who vanished under perilous circumstances, leaving a family to grapple with unanswered questions and the enduring hope of one day finding out what happened to Javier.

Last Seen: Mar 28, 2010

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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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Stanfield, Arizona - unidentified case UP8793
John Doe — Stanfield, Arizona
UP8793 • Found Nov 17, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–25 vs 24
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%40 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Maricopa, Arizona - unidentified case UP10459
John Doe — Maricopa, Arizona
UP10459 • Found Jan 30, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 52%5'2" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Weight 58%114 lb vs 165–185 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Picacho, Arizona - unidentified case UP10351
John Doe — Picacho, Arizona
UP10351 • Found Dec 29, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 86%61 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Maricopa, Arizona - unidentified case UP10072
John Doe — Maricopa, Arizona
UP10072 • Found Sep 25, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 19–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Phoenix, Arizona
UP106028 • Found Jun 21, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 33–58 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Weight 99%203 lb vs 165–185 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Gila Bend, Arizona - unidentified case UP12852
John Doe — Gila Bend, Arizona
UP12852 • Found Jul 6, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%51 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Arizona - unidentified case UP12091
John Doe — Arizona
UP12091 • Found Sep 24, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23–38 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%63 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — Papago, Arizona - unidentified case UP9196
John Doe — Papago, Arizona
UP9196 • Found Jul 23, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 74%107 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona - unidentified case UP8757
John Doe — Ajo, Arizona
UP8757 • Found Aug 20, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%87 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Gila Bend, Arizona
UP57940 • Found Apr 20, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 27–37 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%51 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'6"–5'8"

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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