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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP10032) and 4 other sources
Michael Robert Bidwell, a 29-year-old man from Richmond, Texas, went missing on August 27, 1988. Despite efforts to locate him, Bidwell has never been heard from again, and his disappearance remains a mystery. Authorities suspect foul play may have been involved, though the details surrounding his case are limited.

At the time of his disappearance, Bidwell was described as being 5'8" tall, weighing approximately 165 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He had several distinguishing features, including a scar on his chest, a mole on his neck, and a tattoo on his left forearm. His nickname was Mike, though it is unclear if he used this often.

The circumstances of his disappearance are still unclear, but local law enforcement and the Texas Department of Public Safety continue to investigate, seeking any leads that might help bring resolution to his case. Despite the passage of time, foul play continues to be a primary suspicion, though no significant breakthroughs have been made.

The case is classified as endangered missing, and investigators are still hoping for information that might provide closure for his family and community.

Last Seen: Aug 27, 1988

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 — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP738
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP738 • Found Feb 10, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%17 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 98%146 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
84%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP2180
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP2180 • Found Oct 2, 1988
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 87%137 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
83%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP3746
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3746 • Found Jan 21, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3842 • Found Jul 7, 1992
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Cleveland, Texas
UP4030 • Found May 27, 1989
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–36 vs 29
Race 100%White
Location 85%66 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 96%145 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3779 • Found Jun 7, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP599
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP599 • Found Nov 5, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 88%202 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Pasadena, Texas
UP3557 • Found Apr 12, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%34 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 100%165 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3616 • Found Jan 24, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%27 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 58%115 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP3646
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3646 • Found Jul 6, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'8"–5'11"
Weight 94%143 lb vs 165–175 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown 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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