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Santiago Cruz Missing Person Case

Last seen in McAllen, Texas on Feb 1, 2015

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Victim Details

Oct 7, 2015

Jul 26, 2018

Santiago

Cruz

39

28

65 inches

66 inches

160 lbs

170 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Feb 1, 2015

McAllen

Texas

Hidalgo County

5799

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

78355

701 East Rice Street, Texas

3613253696

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.co.brooks.tx.us/default.aspx?Brooks_County/Sheriff

15-10-07-001MP

Sep 29, 2015

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Black

Black

Black

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP30535) and 3 other sources
Santiago Cruz, a 28-year-old man, was last heard from on February 1, 2015, while traveling from Reynosa, Mexico, to McAllen, Texas. In the weeks leading up to his disappearance, Santiago had informed his family that he planned to cross the border and would contact them if his plans changed. However, after February 1, all communication from Santiago ceased, and he has not been seen or heard from since.

His case has been classified as a missing migrant, and law enforcement agencies, including the Texas Department of Public Safety, have been involved in efforts to locate him. Despite these efforts, no substantial leads have surfaced. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and Santiago's family continues to seek answers and closure regarding his fate.

Anyone with information is urged to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
Last Seen: Feb 1, 2015

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP30535 - Office of Justice Programs
  • Santiago Cruz Obituary 2024 - Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral ...
  • Missing Children Data from NAMUS website - GitHubのGist

    • 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.

    98%Strong
    John Doe — Encino, Texas - unidentified case UP83518
    John Doe — Encino, Texas
    UP83518 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 34–37 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%51 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Name: remains tentatively named Santiago Cruz
    86%Strong
    John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
    UP50353 • Found Apr 3, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–29 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 85%131 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Name: same last name as tentative name (Francisco Cruz Cante)
    84%Moderate
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP81370 • Found May 23, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 16–29 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%167 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — La Havana, Texas - unidentified case UP15864
    John Doe — La Havana, Texas
    UP15864 • Found Aug 8, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 95%Est. 30–35 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 96%140 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 53%109 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Pharr, Texas
    UP104060 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 93%192 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Brownsville, Texas - unidentified case UP127601
    John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
    UP127601 • Found Jun 18, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 95%Est. 38–52 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP80290 • Found Jan 9, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–39 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP58809 • Found Jan 7, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 23–37 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP79542
    John Doe — Texas
    UP79542 • Found Jan 7, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 22–33 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'6"

    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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