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Jose Valadez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Zapata, Texas on Jun 10, 2010

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Victim Details

Jul 26, 2016

Jan 12, 2024

Jose

Valadez

46

30

69 inches

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jun 10, 2010

Zapata

Texas

Zapata County

24965

Texas Rangers

Laredo

Texas

,

RD-2011-00298

Texas Rangers

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 3, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP34529) and 2 other sources
Jose Gerardo Valadez, age 30, was last seen on June 10, 2010, in Zapata, Texas. His case remains a mystery with few available details regarding the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Valadez is described as a male with brown hair, standing 5'9" tall, and weighing approximately 150 pounds at the time he was last seen. His family and local authorities have not reported any significant leads or breakthroughs since his disappearance.

Efforts to locate him have included his listing on missing persons databases such as NamUs, where investigators continue to seek any information that could assist in solving his case. His disappearance is one of many unsolved cases in the region, highlighting the ongoing challenges that families face in finding answers for their missing loved ones.

Authorities encourage anyone with information about Jose Valadez's whereabouts or the events leading up to his disappearance to come forward and assist with the investigation. The hope remains that new information will eventually emerge to bring closure to his family.
Last Seen: Jun 10, 2010

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP34529 | NamUs
  • Leader of the Zapata drug trafficking and money laundering ... - ICE

    • 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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Webb County, Texas
    UP12912 • Found May 22, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%146 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP13058 • Found Feb 18, 2014
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%152 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP9713 • Found Jun 6, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP9654 • Found Aug 25, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
    UP10623 • Found Sep 13, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 80%84 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 93%130 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Zapata, Texas
    UP11319 • Found Apr 29, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 17–35 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
    Weight 91%128 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP9717 • Found Apr 19, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Pharr, Texas
    UP11214 • Found Apr 11, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 80%83 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%160 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP11771 • Found Oct 31, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%76 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Laredo, Texas
    UP10372 • Found Mar 2, 2012
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 20–29 vs 30 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%47 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 150 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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    Jose Gerardo Valadez was 30 when he was last seen on June 10, 2010, in Zapata, Texas. His case is... ...Read More
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