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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP53489) and 1 other source
Edy Garcia Alvarado, a 31-year-old male, was last seen on May 17, 2018, in Laredo, Texas. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and his case has left both his family and authorities searching for answers. Edy was reported missing after failing to make contact with his loved ones, prompting concern about his safety and whereabouts.

Laredo, a city near the U.S.-Mexico border, has seen its share of disappearances, often related to the risks associated with the region's proximity to the border. Despite efforts by law enforcement to track his whereabouts, there have been no significant leads or developments in Edy's case. His family continues to hope for information that might help locate him and bring closure to the uncertainty surrounding his disappearance.

Authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward, as his case remains open and unresolved. His disappearance has raised awareness of the dangers many face in border regions, where disappearances can sometimes occur under mysterious circumstances.

Last Seen: May 17, 2018

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Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP137849 • Found Jan 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP82852
John Doe — Texas
UP82852 • Found Dec 15, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–37 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%77 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP137930 • Found Dec 21, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%37 mi away, same county
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'3"–5'5"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 70%124 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 83%109 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Brackettville, Texas
UP93228 • Found Apr 23, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 68%137 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%140–170 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP89106 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'3"–5'5"
77%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP134747 • Found Oct 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 52%228 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Name: same last name as tentative name (Franco Garcia)
76%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas - unidentified case UP93259
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP93259 • Found Jun 28, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 70%124 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 24%77 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas - unidentified case UP84194
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP84194 • Found Aug 17, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 70%124 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 18%74 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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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