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Juan Carlos Zapeta Caniz Missing Person Case

Last seen in Alamo, Texas on May 29, 2018

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Victim Details

Nov 16, 2018

Sep 11, 2023

Juan Carlos

Zapeta Caniz

48

40

63 inches

145 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

May 29, 2018

Alamo

Texas

Hidalgo County

No

41908

Consulado de Guatemala

McAllen

Texas

Hidalgo County

78501

Cristy Andrino

Consul

705 S. Broadway Street, Texas

9564293413

Other

Other

39-N109-2018

May 29, 2018

Consulado de Guatemala

na

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53490)
Juan Carlos Zapeta Caniz, a 40-year-old man, was last seen on May 29, 2018, in Alamo, Texas. His case remains unsolved, and authorities have been searching for any leads or information that could help locate him. Zapeta Caniz is described as having black hair, standing at 5'3", and weighing approximately 145 pounds. His case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), which also assisted with DNA analysis efforts to help in the investigation.

Despite the efforts of local law enforcement and the Texas Department of Public Safety, little information has surfaced regarding the circumstances of his disappearance. Public awareness campaigns and appeals for information have been ongoing, with the hope that someone might provide a lead. The case remains open, with Zapeta Caniz’s family and friends holding out hope for answers.
Last Seen: May 29, 2018

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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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Pharr, Texas - unidentified case UP92174
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP92174 • Found May 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 74%112 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
83%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 70%109 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
81%Moderate
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 40 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP71301
John Doe — Texas
UP71301 • Found Jun 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 68%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'3"
Weight 99%160–180 lb vs 145 lb
79%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP64643 • Found Jan 12, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP82071
John Doe — Texas
UP82071 • Found Jun 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–51 vs 40
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 days after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'3"
78%Possible
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas - unidentified case UP127601
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
UP127601 • Found Jun 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%36 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 36%5'8" vs 5'3"
Weight 99%160 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP69844
John Doe — Texas
UP69844 • Found Jan 8, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 29–53 vs 40
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'3"
77%Possible
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas - unidentified case UP95100
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas
UP95100 • Found Aug 18, 2022
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Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 95%28 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
Weight 34%90 lb vs 145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'3"
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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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