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Francisco Huizar Missing Person Case

Last seen in Michigan City, Indiana on Mar 17, 2000

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Victim Details

Dec 12, 2008

Sep 26, 2017

Francisco

Huizar

58

32

68 inches

185 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Mar 17, 2000

Michigan City

Indiana

6867

Michigan City Police Department

Indiana

,

Michigan City Police Department

5123

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 2, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1044) and 6 other sources
Francisco Huizar, a 32-year-old man from Michigan City, Indiana, was last seen on March 17, 2000. He left his home at around 2:50 p.m. on Roberta Avenue, heading to his job at PSW Inc., where he was due to start his shift at 3:00 p.m. However, Francisco never arrived at work. His disappearance raised immediate concern when he failed to contact anyone, and his family reported him missing by early the next day.

On April 3, 2000, Francisco's red 1988 Honda was discovered burned beyond recognition in a nature preserve on North Clark Road in Gary, Indiana. The vehicle had to be identified by its VIN number due to the extent of the damage, but no trace of Francisco was found near the car. His case remains unsolved, and foul play is strongly suspected. He was last seen wearing a blue jean jacket, blue jeans, and a baseball cap. Francisco had connections in nearby areas, including Gary, Hammond, and East Chicago, but investigators have not yet uncovered any solid leads.

Authorities continue to investigate Francisco’s disappearance, hoping to find answers in this long-standing cold case.
Last Seen: Mar 17, 2000

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • The unsettling disappearance of Francisco Huizar - Reddit
  • Francisco Huizar - The Charley Project
  • 4758DMIN - Francisco Huizar - Doe Network
  • Francisco Huizar missing from Michigan city Indiana
  • Francisco Huizar - Indiana Missing Person Directory
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP1044

    • 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.

    77%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129215 • Found Sep 5, 2001
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 90%45 mi away
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 82%150 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP129228
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129228 • Found Sep 9, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 32
    Race 60%White
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 88%155 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP117612
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP117612 • Found Aug 28, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32
    Race 60%White
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 93%160 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP125425
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP125425 • Found Jun 20, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 94%34 mi away
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 75%4'11"–5'7" vs 5'8"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP97269 • Found Aug 23, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%43 mi away
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'8"
    Weight 57%130 lb vs 185 lb
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP129214
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129214 • Found Sep 4, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 32
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 58%131 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP129133
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129133 • Found Aug 21, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 32
    Race 60%White
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Indianapolis, Indiana - unidentified case UP13831
    John Doe — Indianapolis, Indiana
    UP13831 • Found Jul 23, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 68%133 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%178 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129233 • Found Jan 3, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 92%41 mi away
    TimingFound 22 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
    Weight 57%130 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP139137
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP139137 • Found Aug 2, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 63%134 lb vs 185 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    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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