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Michael Fowler Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Mar 5, 2017

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Victim Details

Jul 7, 2017

Feb 24, 2021

Michael

Fowler

45

36

66 inches

68 inches

120 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Mar 5, 2017

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77026

Unknown

33780

Houston Police Department

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77048

Darrin Buse

Detective

1

8300 Mykawa, Texas

8323941872

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.houstonpolice.org/

915895-17

Apr 17, 2017

Houston Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP38952) and 5 other sources
Michael Fowler, a 36-year-old male, was last seen on March 5, 2017, in Houston, Texas. He was reported missing under unclear circumstances, and despite ongoing efforts, no substantial leads have emerged regarding his disappearance. Michael is described as a White/Caucasian male with brown hair, standing at 5'6" tall and weighing around 120 pounds. His case has been listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), and authorities are still seeking information that could help locate him.

Efforts to find Michael continue, and his family and investigators encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward. His case remains unresolved, highlighting the challenges often faced in missing person investigations in Texas.
Last Seen: Mar 5, 2017

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Michael Walker Fowler Missing | Houston - Wix.com
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP38952
  • Michael Fowler - National Registry of Exonerations
  • Tamika Huston: Homicide victim's father died in SC murder-suicide
  • Photo | Houston | Micheal Fowler Missing - Wix.com

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

    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 — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP162311
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP162311 • Found Aug 26, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%125 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP102436
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP102436 • Found Apr 6, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP98797 • Found Dec 13, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP76467 • Found Aug 26, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 36–48 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 53%223 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%159 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP17835
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP17835 • Found Aug 22, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 75%Est. 40–60 vs 36
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 0%220 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136464
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP136464 • Found Jan 6, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 0%249 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Austin, Texas
    UP99063 • Found Dec 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 65%148 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Humble, Texas
    UP116351 • Found Dec 18, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'1"–5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP154128
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP154128 • Found Jan 12, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 95%103 lb vs 120–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel

    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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