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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP33203) and 8 other sources
Jose Guadalupe Gonzalez, aged 38, was last seen on April 16, 2004, in Houston, Texas, specifically in the Greenspoint area. On the day of his disappearance, Gonzalez was with two individuals, Mauro Escobar and Silvia Perez. The group was last seen at a Wendy's restaurant, and Gonzalez was reported to be carrying a substantial amount of cash with him, planning to purchase farm equipment. The vehicle they were using, a blue or gray 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe, was found a few days later, stripped and abandoned in a wrecking yard in Humble, Texas.

Gonzalez, a Mexican national, was described as 5'11" tall, weighing about 180 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He had notable distinguishing features, including a removable lower dental bridge and scars on his abdomen and arm. He was last seen wearing a blue and orange t-shirt, blue jeans, and black shoes. Despite thorough investigations, neither Gonzalez nor his companions have been heard from since, and foul play is suspected in the case. All three individuals’ disappearances remain unresolved, leaving their families and authorities still searching for answers.

The case has continued to raise concerns and efforts from groups like Texas EquuSearch, but no significant leads have emerged since the discovery of the abandoned vehicle.

Last Seen: Apr 16, 2004

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 — Houston, Texas
UP1842 • Found Nov 23, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP7699
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP7699 • Found Jul 17, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
Weight 62%230 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
John Doe — Tomball, Texas - unidentified case UP925
John Doe — Tomball, Texas
UP925 • Found Apr 21, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 91%154 lb vs 180 lb
78%Possible
John Doe — Baytown, Texas
UP16122 • Found Oct 16, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP3157 • Found Apr 28, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 36%5'6" vs 5'11"
Weight 94%157 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP15921 • Found Sep 4, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP15518
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP15518 • Found May 12, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
77%Possible
John Doe — Surfside Beach, Texas
UP52406 • Found Jan 9, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 52%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%130–200 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136464
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP136464 • Found Jan 6, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
Weight 33%249 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
76%Possible
John Doe — Pasadena, Texas
UP95762 • Found Aug 2, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 38 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'11"

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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