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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP52783)
Hector Lemus Perez, a 43-year-old man, was last seen on January 8, 2017, in the McAllen, Texas area. He was reportedly traveling with a group when, according to the smuggler leading them, Hector became unable to continue walking. He was left behind near some thick rail tracks during their journey. His family was informed of his situation, but despite this lead, there has been no further information about his whereabouts.

Hector's case has been listed in national missing persons databases, including NamUs. Authorities continue to seek any information that might help locate him. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Texas Department of Public Safety or the relevant law enforcement agencies.

Last Seen: Jan 8, 2017

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Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 28–42 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 82%149 lb vs 185–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP64643 • Found Jan 12, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 83%150 lb vs 185–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — San Juan, Texas - unidentified case UP17504
John Doe — San Juan, Texas
UP17504 • Found Feb 25, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
77%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 43 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 94%160 lb vs 185–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
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 43 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 32%112 lb vs 185–195 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP94598
John Doe — Texas
UP94598 • Found Jun 14, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 96%Est. 48–50 vs 43 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%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 43 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 90%46 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 185–195 lb
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 90%Est. 28–42 vs 43 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 28%109 lb vs 185–195 lb
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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