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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP86047) and 2 other sources
Ernesto Diaz, a 45-year-old man from Dallas, Texas, was reported missing on April 4, 2021. His case was listed among various long-term missing persons, drawing significant concern from both law enforcement and the local community. Diaz’s disappearance raised alarms due to the lack of contact with family and friends, who reported that this behavior was uncharacteristic of him. The Dallas Police Department's Missing Person Squad took on the case, urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in locating Diaz.

As with many missing persons cases in Texas, Ernesto’s disappearance has been part of a larger effort to improve the response and resources available to such cases. Dallas, a major city with extensive missing person cases, faces challenges in resolving older disappearances, but the local authorities remain dedicated to finding individuals like Diaz. His case continues to be open, with ongoing appeals for the public’s help to shed light on what happened on the day of his disappearance.
Last Seen: Apr 4, 2021

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Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

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.

87%Strong
John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP125910
John Doe — Los Angeles, California
UP125910 • Found Jul 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 12%1,238 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 75%5'5"–6'0" vs 5'7"
Weight 51%202 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Name: remains tentatively named Ernesto Diaz
84%Moderate
John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP142230
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP142230 • Found Sep 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 83%119 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP103780
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP103780 • Found Jul 23, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"
Weight 96%129 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Mesquite, Texas - unidentified case UP155844
John Doe — Mesquite, Texas
UP155844 • Found Feb 4, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 70%Est. 28–42 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 85%121 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown 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 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP95339 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 51%Est. 55–70 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 147–154 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
UP138398 • Found Nov 23, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 93%37 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–5'9" vs 5'7"

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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