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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP81074) and 3 other sources
Jose Cruz, a 54-year-old man, was last seen around January 1, 2015, in Houston, Texas. Originally from New York, Cruz had relocated to Houston between 2007 and 2008 and was reportedly homeless at the time of his disappearance. The exact date of his last sighting is unclear, so January 1, 2015, was used as a placeholder for the time of his last known contact. Despite efforts to locate him, there have been no major developments in the case.

Cruz's disappearance is registered in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), but authorities still seek leads to provide his family with closure. His case remains active as part of the ongoing search efforts for missing persons in Houston. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact authorities.

Last Seen: Jan 1, 2015

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP86312 • Found Sep 3, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
79%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP93562
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP93562 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 54 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
Weight 100%158 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP108680 • Found Sep 1, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'2"
78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP103957 • Found May 27, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'2"
78%Possible
John Doe — Brookshire, Texas - unidentified case UP50197
John Doe — Brookshire, Texas
UP50197 • Found Oct 9, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 54 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'0" vs 5'2"
Weight 55%103 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136468
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP136468 • Found Jan 10, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 54 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 68%5'5" vs 5'2"
Weight 100%143 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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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