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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP105162) and 1 other source
In the early summer of 2023, a then 13-year-old boy named Marelin Davila Lopez disappeared from his home in Dallas, Texas. He was last seen on June 3rd, a day that would mark the beginning of a prolonged period of uncertainty and concern for his loved ones and community. At the time of his disappearance, Marelin was described as being 5'1' tall and weighing approximately 130 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. The last time anyone saw him, he was wearing a black short-sleeved shirt paired with gray pajama pants that had black stripes.

The circumstances surrounding Marelin's disappearance remain unclear to the public. The Dallas Police Department is the investigating agency assigned to his case. Community efforts to raise awareness about his case have been made, with the hope that widespread knowledge will generate leads. The days since he was last seen have stretched into a painful vigil for those who know and care for him.

The investigation into what happened to Marelin Davila Lopez is ongoing. Details about potential leads or persons of interest have not been publicly disclosed by law enforcement. The lack of resolution in his case leaves a void for his family and the Dallas community. This overview of the case is based on the available information as of the last update, with the hope for his safe return remaining at the forefront of everyone's minds. The Dallas Police Department encourages anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Jun 3, 2023

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Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Princeton, Texas
UP129107 • Found Sep 5, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 91%Est. 15–30 vs 13 when missing
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'1"
Weight 100%100–120 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP126939
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP126939 • Found Jan 23, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 13
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'1"
Weight 82%155 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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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