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Maribel Oquendo-Carrero
Missing Person · Open
MARIBEL OQUENDO-CARRERO
Maribel Oquendo-Carrero, a 9-year-old girl, disappeared on December 6, 1982, in Homestead, Florida, after leaving her home to walk to a corner store. She successfully made purchases at the store but has never been seen or heard from since. The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to her recovery or the identification of the person responsible. She has ties to Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, and Florida.
Homestead, Florida
🏛️ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Miami Field Office
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Case Summary
Maribel Oquendo-Carrero, a 9-year-old girl, disappeared on December 6, 1982, in Homestead, Florida, after leaving her home to walk to a corner store. She successfully made purchases at the store but has never been seen or heard from since. The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to her recovery or the identification of the person responsible. She has ties to Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, and Florida.
Timeline of Events
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1982-12-06
Maribel Oquendo-Carrero Disappearance
9-year-old Maribel left her home in Homestead, Florida, to walk to the corner store. Family members confirmed she arrived at the store and made purchases. She has not been seen or heard from since.
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Points of Interest / Key Leads
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evidence
Lead #1White t-shirt, blue and pink pants, new beige and brown shoes
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clue
Lead #2Both ears pierced
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location
Lead #3Corner store in Homestead, Florida - last confirmed location
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person
Lead #4Family members who reported her arrival at the store
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Case Information
Case Type:
Missing Person
Status:
Open
Case Number:277
Started:December 6, 1982
Last Updated:April 26, 2026
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