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Jacob Wallace Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Jan 17, 2014

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Victim Details

Feb 11, 2014

Dec 28, 2023

Jacob

Wallace

41

29

70 inches

71 inches

180 lbs

190 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 17, 2014

Houston

Texas

Harris County

14863

Houston Police Department

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77062

Barton Nabors

Detective

1200 Travis, Texas

8327071284

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.houstontx.gov/police/

007726314

Houston Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 10, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23478) and 7 other sources
Jacob Wallace, age 29, was last seen on January 17, 2014, in Houston, Texas. He was leaving a residence on Delwin Street between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m., and got into a tan or gold 2009 GMC Yukon, accompanied by a man named Adam Ortega. Wallace never returned, and Ortega disappeared shortly after. Ortega resurfaced later, having crossed into Mexico on January 19 and then returned to Texas that same day, but Wallace was not with him at any point during this time.

Wallace, who was known by the nickname "Peanut," had a significant criminal record, and both he and Ortega were reportedly involved in illegal drug activity. Wallace's family suspects foul play and believe his disappearance might be linked to his association with Ortega. They also note that Wallace was needed for a bone marrow transplant for his sister, adding urgency to the search efforts. Wallace remains missing, and his case is still unsolved.
Last Seen: Jan 17, 2014

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Jacob Wallace - The Charley Project
  • Family looking for missing man - Galveston County Daily News
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP23478
  • Police: Person of interest sought in man's disappearance
  • MISSINGPERSON WALLACE,... - Houstons Voice For The Missing
  • Petition ? Justice for Jacob Wallace - United States ? Change.org
  • Missing Persons - Missing in Houston, TX! Jacob Wallace... | Facebook

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    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.

    81%Moderate
    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 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–5'11"
    Weight 51%249 lb vs 180–190 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    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 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'10"–5'11"
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP91253 • Found Dec 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 29 when missing
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'10"–5'11"

    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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