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Jose Cruz Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on May 19, 2006

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Victim Details

Aug 31, 2016

Jan 16, 2024

Jose

Cruz

54

34

73 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 19, 2006

Houston

Texas

Harris County

18716

Houston Police Department

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77048

8300 Mykawa, Texas

8323941872

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.houstonpolice.org/

84671106

May 31, 2006

Houston Police Department

Black

Brown

Brown

No

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP35000) and 4 other sources
Jose Cruz, a 34-year-old from Houston, Texas, was last seen on May 19, 2006. He had spoken with his ex-wife and mentioned that he was heading to pick up their children from school, but he never arrived. Shortly after his disappearance, on May 20, his ex-wife's 2005 Chevrolet pickup truck, which Cruz had been using, was found burned in Katy, Texas, about 30 miles from Houston. The truck was completely destroyed by the time authorities arrived, and no signs of Cruz were found near the scene.

Cruz’s case has remained unsolved, with investigators suspecting foul play due to the deliberate nature of the truck fire. Cruz has not been in contact with anyone since his disappearance, and his cell phone has remained inactive. His criminal history, including charges of theft and assault, adds a layer of complexity to the investigation. At the time, Cruz also faced pending criminal charges in Puerto Rico, which may be connected to his disappearance. Despite these details, the exact circumstances remain a mystery, and his case continues to be open.
Last Seen: May 19, 2006

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Astros first base coach Cruz's son reported missing - ESPN
  • Jose Javier Cruz - The Charley Project
  • Jose Cruz, 34 Yrs., Houston, TX, 05/19/06 - Texas EquuSearch ...
  • Jose Javier Cruz, Missing, May 2006 TX. - From Whispers to Roars

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP1842 • Found Nov 23, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 96%Est. 35–50 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 6'1"
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP51409 • Found Jul 11, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'2" vs 6'1"
    Weight 96%132 lb vs 150 lb
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP6178
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP6178 • Found Jul 14, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 80%Est. 40–60 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%6'3" vs 6'1"
    Weight 87%175 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Tomball, Texas - unidentified case UP925
    John Doe — Tomball, Texas
    UP925 • Found Apr 21, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'10" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%154 lb vs 150 lb
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3157 • Found Apr 28, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 99%Est. 35–45 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 4%5'6" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%157 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP7699
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP7699 • Found Jul 17, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'8" vs 6'1"
    Weight 0%230 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Cypress, Texas
    UP79691 • Found Feb 21, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%25 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'9"–6'4" vs 6'1"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP6491 • Found Apr 1, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 34 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 46%291 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP485
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP485 • Found Mar 23, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 34
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 20%5'7" vs 6'1"
    Weight 60%107 lb vs 150 lb

    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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