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Jacobo Romero Missing Person Case

Last seen in Falfurrias, Texas on Jul 14, 2015

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Victim Details

Apr 19, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

Jacobo

Romero

54

43

72 inches

132 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jul 14, 2015

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

Unknown

5943

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Falfurrias

Texas

Brooks County

78355

Benny Martinez

Sheriff

701 East Rice Street, Texas

3613253696

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.co.brooks.tx.us/default.aspx?Brooks_County/Sheriff

16-04-19-001MP

Mar 1, 2016

Brooks County Sheriffs Office

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 2, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP33382) and 2 other sources
Jacobo Romero, a 43-year-old man, was last seen on July 14, 2015, near Falfurrias, Texas. He was traveling with a group of 15-30 people, attempting to navigate through ranchland. Romero had last communicated with his family while he was in McAllen, Texas, before embarking on the journey. Since then, there has been no contact, and he remains missing. His disappearance is part of the broader issue of migrant cases in South Texas, where many attempting to cross remote areas have gone missing under similar circumstances. Authorities continue to seek information on his whereabouts.
Last Seen: Jul 14, 2015

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP33382
  • https://edocs.bexar.org/cc/DC_cjjorad_n_q.csv

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

    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 - unidentified case UP71301
    John Doe — Texas
    UP71301 • Found Jun 19, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6"–5'10" vs 6'0"
    Weight 78%160–180 lb vs 132 lb
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP55325 • Found Feb 15, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 90%Est. 28–42 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Sarita, Texas
    UP101771 • Found May 24, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–6'0" vs 6'0"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Sarita, Texas
    UP100298 • Found May 10, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%22 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'9" vs 6'0"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP51494
    John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
    UP51494 • Found Jan 10, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–47 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'4"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5"–5'9" vs 6'0"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Brownsville, Texas - unidentified case UP127601
    John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
    UP127601 • Found Jun 18, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 77%92 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'8" vs 6'0"
    Weight 78%160 lb vs 132 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP55329 • Found Feb 14, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 48–62 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP137915 • Found Oct 3, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–50 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 84%67 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 6'0"

    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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