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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP121578) and 2 other sources
In the winter of 2021, a sense of concern grew for the welfare of Mateo Tuj Pur, a 37-year-old man from Houston, Texas. On January 2nd, he was last seen leaving his home in the 77036 area of the city. Mr. Tuj Pur, a Hispanic man with black hair and brown eyes, stood around five feet four inches tall and weighed approximately 150 to 155 pounds. His departure that day was seemingly routine, yet it marked the beginning of a prolonged and troubling absence that would leave his community searching for answers. The day he went missing, he left his residence without incident, but as time passed with no word, his disappearance became a matter of urgent concern.

The circumstances surrounding Mateo Tuj Pur's disappearance are marked by a few specific but limited details. It is believed that he may have been on his way to a Home Depot located at 6800 South Sam Houston Parkway. This potential destination provides a possible insight into his last intended movements, but it is not known for certain if he ever arrived. After leaving his residence, he never returned. The silence that followed was absolute; there has been no contact from him since that day. The lack of communication has been a significant source of distress for those who know him.

The investigation into his disappearance is being handled by the Houston Police Department. A report was filed on January 3, 2021, officially classifying him as a missing person. Since he was last seen, there has been an enduring lack of information regarding his whereabouts or the circumstances of what happened to him after he left home. The case is an unsettling mystery, centered on a man who seemingly vanished during what might have been a simple trip to a local store. The absence of any contact or substantial leads has left his case unresolved, a painful uncertainty for all involved.

Last Seen: Jan 2, 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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Rosenberg, Texas
UP139972 • Found Jun 17, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'8" vs 5'4"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP108680 • Found Sep 1, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'4"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP103957 • Found May 27, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%5 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'4"
77%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP161776 • Found Jul 23, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 67%138 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
Weight 96%132 lb vs 150–155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP162311
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP162311 • Found Aug 26, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 37 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
Weight 87%125 lb vs 150–155 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP102339
John Doe — Texas
UP102339 • Found Jan 25, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 37 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 45%303 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
Weight 100%136 lb vs 150–155 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP98797 • Found Dec 13, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 37 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'4"

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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