The person at the center of this case
Joseph Shelton
Missing Person · Open
6 years waiting · since 2020
Missing Person: Joseph Shelton
Justice for Joseph Shelton — the trail went cold in 2020, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1What were the exact circumstances of the drop-off on January 17, 2020, and who was present?
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person
Lead #2What is the current status and location of Joseph's mother and siblings who were with him?
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Lead #3Are there any leads or sightings reported since the initial disappearance in January 2020?
Joseph Shelton, a 3-year-old boy, disappeared on January 17, 2020, in Chula Vista, California, after being dropped off with his mother and siblings. He has not been seen or heard from since that date, and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear. The Chula Vista Police Department continues to investigate, and anyone with information about Joseph's whereabouts is urged to contact authorities.
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NamUs case MP102495. Missing person: Joseph Shelton.
Last known contact: 2020-01-17 in Chula Vista, San Diego, CA. Circumstances: On 01/17/2020, Joseph and three (3) of his siblings were dropped off with their mother and not seen or heard from since.
Demographics: 3 years, Male, Black / African American. Physical description: 3 ft 0 in, 40 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Chula Vista Police Department | 2001012 | 2020-01-21.
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2020-01-17
Joseph Shelton Last Seen
Joseph Shelton, age 3, was dropped off with his mother and three siblings in Chula Vista, CA and was not seen or heard from again.
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2020
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2020
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 6196915151
You can remain anonymous