Saul Rivera-Raudales Missing Person Case

Jun 23, 2022

Sep 11, 2023

Saul

Rivera-Raudales

32

28

63 inches

64 inches

180 lbs

200 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

In the vast and often unforgiving landscape of South Texas, the story of Saul Armando Rivera-Raudales is one of many that speaks to the perils faced by those seeking a new life. At 28 years old, Saul, a male from Honduras, was last seen near Falfurrias, Texas, after May 2, 2022. The area, located in Brooks County, is known for its harsh and treacherous environment, a place where many have lost their way. His family was told that after walking for two days, he was left behind, a detail that adds a layer of sorrow and mystery to his disappearance. The last communication anyone had with him was on that early May day, and since then, his whereabouts remain unknown. Saul is described as being approximately 5 feet 3 inches to 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing between 180 and 200 pounds, with black hair and black eyes. He has several distinct tattoos that his family hopes might help in identifying him. On the back of his right calf, he has a tattoo of a forest with birds, with the name "Ian" above the trees and "Liliana" below. Further down on the same leg is a ring-like tattoo. The front of his right calf bears the names "Maria Jose" and "Ondina" along with the image of a bird. His left calf has a tattoo of an anchor. He also has a mole on his face near his nose. At the time he went missing, he was believed to be carrying a camouflage backpack that contained a rosary and his Honduran identification card. The circumstances of Saul's disappearance are distressingly vague, which is not uncommon for cases in this region. Brooks County is a known corridor for migrants trying to circumvent the Border Patrol checkpoint, a journey that forces them into remote and dangerous ranchlands. The terrain is characterized by dense brush and extreme temperatures, creating a life-threatening situation for anyone unprepared for its challenges. For families like the Rivera-Raudales, the lack of information and the vastness of the area where he was last seen create a painful and prolonged state of uncertainty. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is the primary investigating agency, but the international nature of the case also involves the Consulate of Honduras. This case highlights the broader humanitarian crisis that unfolds along the border, where countless individuals vanish, leaving their loved ones to hope and search for answers.

May 02, 2022

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

Unknown

116736

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

78355

701 East Rice Street, Texas

3613253696

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.co.brooks.tx.us/default.aspx?Brooks_County/Sheriff

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

4207

Black

Black

Black

09/07/2026