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Marlon Carranza Missing Person Case

Last seen in Laredo, Texas on Jul 2, 2002

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Victim Details

Dec 12, 2008

Aug 27, 2023

Marlon

Carranza

56

32

66 inches

67 inches

138 lbs

150 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jul 2, 2002

Laredo

Texas

Webb County

6785

Laredo Police Department

Laredo

Texas

,

02-31445

Laredo Police Department

5281

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP919) and 3 other sources
Marlon Aguilar Carranza, a 32-year-old man, was last seen on July 2, 2002, while attempting to cross the Laredo River into Texas. Prior to crossing, Marlon had been walking for about two hours and reportedly felt very sick. He has not been heard from since. Carranza was described as 5'6", weighing 138 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes, and a scar above his right eye. He was also known to wear a short mustache at the time of his disappearance.

Marlon’s case is classified as a migrant missing person, with few details available about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Despite efforts from authorities, no significant leads have emerged over the years, and his case remains unsolved. His family and law enforcement continue to seek any information that could shed light on his whereabouts.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Laredo Police Department.
Last Seen: Jul 2, 2002

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP919
  • Marlon Aguilar Carranza - The Charley Project
  • Texas Lostnmissing - NamUs MP # 919 #Missing Marlon Aguilar ...

    • 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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP6493 • Found Jul 7, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 92%170 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP5046 • Found May 28, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%162 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP4954 • Found Jun 20, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%132 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Rio Bravo, Texas
    UP4955 • Found Jun 6, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%155 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP6502 • Found Jun 30, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Kingsville, Texas - unidentified case UP13727
    John Doe — Kingsville, Texas
    UP13727 • Found Dec 3, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 75%100 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Webb County, Texas
    UP5034 • Found Sep 1, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 95%168 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP5044 • Found Jun 7, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 41%201 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP5043 • Found May 23, 2008
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP6486 • Found Dec 20, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 138–150 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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