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Jul 19, 2023
Aug 07, 2023
David
Portillo
79
72
67 inches
145 lbs
Hispanic / Latino
Male
In the border city of El Paso, Texas, the disappearance of a 72-year-old man named David Portillo in the spring of 2019 has left his community with lingering questions. On March 3, 2019, Mr. Portillo, a Hispanic male with gray or partially gray hair and brown eyes, was last observed. At the time he went missing, he was described as being 5'7" and weighing approximately 145 pounds. His last known attire consisted of a black and white flannel shirt and blue sandals. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are particularly concerning as he was last seen entering Juarez, Mexico, a city just across the border from his hometown. Since that day, there has been no contact with him. The specifics of why Mr. Portillo was crossing into Juarez remain unclear, adding a layer of complexity to the investigation initiated by the El Paso Police Department. His case is a somber reminder of the vulnerabilities that can be faced, especially when crossing international borders. The lack of communication since he was last seen raises significant concerns for his well-being and has left his loved ones in a state of uncertainty. Efforts to locate him have been ongoing, but the international nature of the case presents unique challenges for law enforcement. The investigation into David Portillo's disappearance is an active and open case. The El Paso Police Department continues to seek any information that could lead to his whereabouts. His case serves as a poignant example of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind families and friends grappling with the unknown. The overview of this case highlights a man last seen on a journey into Mexico, a final destination that has so far held its secrets close, leaving a void in the lives of those who await his return.
Mar 03, 2019
El Paso
Texas
El Paso County
79903
No
126640
El Paso Police Department
El Paso
Texas
El Paso County
79903
911 North Raynor, Texas
9158324400
Local
Law Enforcement
19-101238
2019-04-11
El Paso Police Department
Gray or Partially Gray
Brown
Brown
09/23/2026
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