Samantha Rose Meraz
 
North American Missing Persons Network
 
Samantha Rose Meraz

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Above Image: Meraz, circa 2001; Center: Age-progressed to 5 years; Right: Age progressed to 9 years

Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

  • Missing Since: May 15, 2001 from Dinuba, California
  • Classification: Endangered Missing
  • Date Of Birth: February 21, 2000
  • Age: 9 months
  • Height: 2'7"
  • Weight: 35 lbs.
  • Hair Color: Brown
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Race: White/Hispanic
  • Gender: Female
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Samantha has a light colored
    birthmark between her eyebrows.
  • Case Number: NCMC917725

    • Details of Disappearance
    Samantha was abducted by her mother, Marisela Meraz. A felony warrant was issued for the abductor on July 26, 2001. They may still be in the California area.
    The abductor dyes her hair brown. She may use the alias last name Velasco.

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    Above Image: Marisela Meraz

    Investigating Agency
    If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
    Dinuba Police Department (California)
    1-559-591-5911

    Source Information
    National Center for Missing & Exploited Children