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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP83465) and 4 other sources
In the summer of 2020, a sense of concern fell over the community of Wyandanch, New York, when 14-year-old Santa Perez was reported missing. The young female, of Hispanic and White/Caucasian ethnicity, was last seen on June 6th of that year. At the time of her disappearance, she was described as being 5'1' tall and weighing approximately 125 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. The circumstances surrounding her initial disappearance were not publicly detailed, leading to a period of uncertainty and worry for those who knew her and for the wider community. The Suffolk County Police Department's First Precinct took charge of the investigation into her case.

As time passed, details regarding Santa's possible whereabouts began to emerge, though they remained unconfirmed. Information from her missing persons report suggested a belief that she might be with her father. This lead opened up several possibilities, including potential travel to other locations. Authorities considered that she may have traveled to New York City or possibly even to the state of Maryland. These pieces of information, while offering a direction for the investigation, also widened the geographic scope of the search, adding layers of complexity to the efforts to locate her.

The case of Santa Perez is one of many active missing person cases on Long Island, highlighting a larger issue within the region. As the investigation continues, what started as the search for a 14-year-old has evolved with the passage of time. The initial lack of specific details about her disappearance and the subsequent leads pointing to potential travel with a family member have created a challenging situation for law enforcement. The overview of her case reflects a narrative that is unfortunately common in missing persons investigations, one that begins with a sudden absence and transitions into a prolonged period of searching and unanswered questions.

Last Seen: Jun 6, 2020

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.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Tenafly, New Jersey
UP163124 • Found Apr 3, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 8–22 vs 14 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 94%33 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen

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.