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James Fross III Missing Person Case

Last seen in McAllen, Texas on Mar 28, 1987

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Victim Details

Mar 31, 2011

May 4, 2017

James

Fross III

63

24

70 inches

73 inches

155 lbs

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Mar 28, 1987

McAllen

Texas

Hidalgo County

30969

South Padre Island Police Department

Texas

,

South Padre Island Police Department

Brown

Green

Green

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9970) and 4 other sources
James Olin Fross III, a 24-year-old man from McAllen, Texas, went missing on March 28, 1987. He was last seen while en route from McAllen to South Padre Island. Shortly after his disappearance, Fross's vehicle was found abandoned at the jetties in Isla Blanca Park, a popular camping area near South Padre Island. Despite an investigation, no trace of Fross has been found, and authorities suspect foul play in the case.

Fross, who wore a gold chain necklace and wristwatch, also had a two-inch scar on one of his knees and required contact lenses or eyeglasses. His case remains unsolved, and the South Padre Island Police Department continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward. Investigators, along with the Texas Department of Public Safety, are still actively seeking leads to resolve the mystery surrounding his disappearance.
Last Seen: Mar 28, 1987

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Case File 804DMTX - The Doe Network
  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • James Olin Fross III - The Charley Project
  • James Fross | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom

    • 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.

    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP9713 • Found Jun 6, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP9654 • Found Aug 25, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP9710 • Found Apr 9, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP9584 • Found Sep 23, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Mercedes, Texas
    UP9559 • Found Feb 12, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3565 • Found Nov 18, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–38 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3649 • Found May 29, 1997
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–27 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3287 • Found Oct 5, 2002
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 37–42 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%172 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3767 • Found Jul 30, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–24 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 155–165 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Black vs Green
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Alamo, Texas
    UP9563 • Found Jul 8, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"–6'1"

    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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