Byron Torres de Leon Missing Person Case

Nov 03, 2022

Mar 14, 2024

Byron

Torres de Leon

41

37

62 inches

64 inches

120 lbs

130 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

In the vast and often unforgiving landscape of South Texas, the story of Byron Fernando Torres de Leon's disappearance began on July 18, 2022. At 37 years old, the Hispanic male was last seen in the rural community of Armstrong, Texas, a place where the tight-knit community was left shaken by his sudden absence. Details provided by authorities describe him as being between 5'2" and 5'4" in height, and weighing approximately 120 to 130 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. His family and friends hold onto the hope that someone, somewhere, has information that could bring him home. The circumstances of his last known moments are sparse, adding a layer of complexity and sorrow to the ongoing investigation. When he was last seen, Byron was wearing a black lycra shirt under a black polo-style shirt, black pants, and black boots distinguished by orange or red details on the inside. He also had a backpack and an old blue wallet with a traditional Guatemalan pattern. Inside his wallet were two bank cards, his Guatemalan identification, and a counterfeit Mexican ID that bore his real name. In a peculiar and concerning detail, he was also in possession of a passport belonging to someone from El Salvador. Distinctive marks on his body include a scar on his lower left shin and another below his lips, details that his loved ones pray will aid in his identification and safe return. The search for Byron is centered around the area of his last known location, which, based on a provided map, may have been near the border checkpoint between Armstrong and Sarita, Texas. This region, characterized by its sprawling ranches and dense brush, presents a formidable challenge for search parties and law enforcement. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is the primary agency handling his case, working in conjunction with the Kenedy County Sheriff's Department. The lack of significant leads has been a source of deep frustration for both the authorities and Byron's family, who are desperate for any news. The case remains a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring pain of not knowing the fate of a loved one. The investigation continues, fueled by the hope that answers, and ultimately Byron, will be found.

Jul 18, 2022

Armstrong

Texas

Kenedy County

No

121342

Kenedy County Sheriff's Department

Sarita

Texas

Kenedy County

78385

175 Cuellar Avenue, Texas

3612945205

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.co.kenedy.tx.us/default.aspx?Kenedy_County/Sheriff

Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office

3971

Brown

Brown

Brown

09/20/2026