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James Largent Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lake Travis, Texas on Jun 12, 1976

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Victim Details

Oct 16, 2017

Nov 30, 2022

James

Largent

85

35

69 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 12, 1976

Lake Travis

Texas

Travis County

34143

Travis County Sheriff's Office

Austin

Texas

Travis County

78751

Javier Hernandez

Detective

5555 Airport Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751, Texas

5129740845

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.tcsheriff.org/

76-1867

Travis County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 11, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP40240) and 4 other sources
James Largent, a 35-year-old man, went missing on June 12, 1976, while at Lake Travis, Texas. He was last seen during a fishing outing on the lake, a location known for its treacherous conditions, where several drownings have occurred over the years. Despite efforts to locate him, no trace of Largent has been found, and his case remains unsolved. His disappearance is one of several mysterious cases associated with the lake, which has long been a site for accidents and missing persons. Authorities continue to seek information.
Last Seen: Jun 12, 1976

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP40240 - Office of Justice Programs
  • James Largent Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information
  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • Obituary for James R Largent - Newspapers.com™

    • 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 — Texas
    UP4507 • Found Jan 19, 1985
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%87 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    77%Possible
    John Doe — San Marcos, Texas - unidentified case UP10560
    John Doe — San Marcos, Texas
    UP10560 • Found Aug 10, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 36 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 39%115 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP123037 • Found Jul 20, 1980
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%157 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 70%135 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Austin, Texas - unidentified case UP8560
    John Doe — Austin, Texas
    UP8560 • Found May 27, 1998
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 52%6'1" vs 5'9"
    Weight 90%153 lb vs 180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — New Caney, Texas
    UP103960 • Found Sep 30, 1982
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 63%162 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'9"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Austin, Texas
    UP11517 • Found Jun 15, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 44–59 vs 35 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 37 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"

    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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