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Robert Lara Missing Person Case

Last seen in Falfurrias, Texas on Aug 14, 2014

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Victim Details

Jun 10, 2015

Aug 7, 2018

Robert

Lara

48

36

66 inches

67 inches

150 lbs

170 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Aug 14, 2014

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

16779

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

78355

Benny Martinez

Sheriff

701 East Rice Street, Texas

3613253696

County

Law Enforcement

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

15-06-10-002MP

Jun 10, 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 (MP29016) and 2 other sources
Robert Lara, a 36-year-old man, was last seen on August 14, 2014, while crossing from Reynosa, Mexico, into the United States with a group. He last made contact with his family by phone from an unknown location near Reynosa. According to reports, after crossing the border, the guide informed his family that Robert was arrested near Falfurrias, Texas. However, he was supposed to be picked up in Falfurrias, but he never arrived at the agreed pick-up point, and no one has heard from him since.

Lara's disappearance is classified as a missing migrant case. His case remains unsolved, and there are few details available regarding the exact circumstances of his disappearance. His family and authorities continue to seek information about his whereabouts in hopes of resolving this case. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact law enforcement agencies.
Last Seen: Aug 14, 2014

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  • December - the Texas Department of Public Safety
  • Fatal Encounters with CBP - Southern Border Communities Coalition

    • 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 — Kingsville, Texas - unidentified case UP13727
    John Doe — Kingsville, Texas
    UP13727 • Found Dec 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 90%Est. 35 vs 36
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%27 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Sarita, Texas
    UP110799 • Found Aug 24, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 days after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    82%Moderate
    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 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%160–180 lb vs 150–170 lb
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP55325 • Found Feb 15, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP51234
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
    UP51234 • Found Jan 5, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP53825
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
    UP53825 • Found Jan 8, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 24–38 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'1"–5'4" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    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 100%Est. 38–52 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 77%92 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP89106 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP51494
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
    UP51494 • Found Jan 10, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–47 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'9" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Corpus Christi, Texas
    UP14741 • Found Apr 22, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 36
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 86%61 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"

    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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