Jaime Galeote Hernandez Missing Person Case

Sep 26, 2022

Jan 12, 2024

Jaime

Galeote Hernandez

43

39

65 inches

67 inches

165 lbs

175 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

In May 2022, Jaime Galeote Hernandez, a 39-year-old man from Puebla, Mexico, embarked on a journey to the United States. He was last in contact with his family on May 18, 2022, at which time he was near Falfurrias, Texas. Reports suggest that he had indicated to contacts that he had successfully crossed the river and was in the United States. At the time of his disappearance, Jaime was described as being between 5'5" and 5'7" tall and weighing between 165 and 175 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was reportedly last seen wearing a gray UnderArmour t-shirt, blue jeans, a gray hat, and blue tennis shoes. He was also said to be carrying a military green colored backpack containing his voter ID from Mexico, a bank card, and a blue Motorola cell phone. The circumstances surrounding Jaime's disappearance are not entirely clear. It is believed that he was crossing the border, but his exact location when he was last heard from is uncertain. There is a possibility that he was closer to Sarita in Kenedy County, and it is unknown if he was left behind near Falfurrias or Sarita. After his last communication, all contact with Jaime ceased, leading his family and friends to become increasingly concerned for his safety. His loved ones have actively been searching for him, utilizing social media to share information and appeal to the public for any leads that might help locate him. The area where Jaime went missing, near Falfurrias, is known for its challenging and often dangerous terrain. This region contains numerous Border Patrol checkpoints, which can prompt individuals to take more hazardous routes to avoid detection. These environmental factors present significant difficulties for search and rescue efforts, making it hard to find those who go missing. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is listed as the investigating agency in his case. The broader issue of migrant disappearances is a known concern in the Falfurrias area, with many individuals facing perilous conditions such as extreme weather and unfamiliar landscapes with limited resources. Jaime's case highlights the profound dangers associated with undocumented migration and the devastating impact it has on families left behind.

May 18, 2022

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

Unknown

119496

Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office

Edinburg

Texas

Hidalgo County

78541

Glen Mendoza

Director Texas Transnational Intelligence Center

711 El Cibolo Road, Texas

9563838114

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.hidalgocounty.us/209/Sheriff

22-46008

2022-11-08

Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office

4185

Black

Brown

Brown

09/18/2026