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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP29045) and 4 other sources
Ismael Gonzalez, a 50-year-old man, went missing on May 17, 2015, while attempting to cross into the United States from Reynosa, Mexico. He was part of a group of individuals who were led by a guide across the border. After entering Texas, the group was driven south of the Falfurrias Border Patrol checkpoint to avoid detection. They were dropped off and began their journey on foot, intending to bypass the checkpoint.

During the walk, Ismael struggled to keep pace with the group, and when they stopped to rest, he reportedly fell asleep. When the group resumed their journey, Ismael was not feeling well and decided to stay behind, expressing his intent to turn himself in to the authorities. The last known location where Ismael was seen is believed to be near the King Ranch, approximately one mile east and half a mile south of the Falfurrias checkpoint. Since then, he has not been heard from, and efforts to locate him have been unsuccessful.

Authorities suspect that Ismael may have gotten lost in the harsh terrain of Brooks County, an area notorious for the dangers it poses to migrants attempting to cross on foot. Despite continued search efforts and hopes of finding him, Ismael remains missing.

Last Seen: May 17, 2015

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 — Texas - unidentified case UP71301
John Doe — Texas
UP71301 • Found Jun 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 91%160–180 lb vs 210 lb
80%Moderate
John Doe — Sarita, Texas
UP100298 • Found May 10, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'5"–5'7"
79%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 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%92 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 72%160 lb vs 210 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP69844
John Doe — Texas
UP69844 • Found Jan 8, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 29–53 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'5"–5'7"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP55329 • Found Feb 14, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
78%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP51494
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP51494 • Found Jan 10, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 71%Est. 25–47 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'9" vs 5'5"–5'7"
77%Possible
John Doe — Pharr, Texas - unidentified case UP92174
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP92174 • Found May 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 9%112 lb vs 210 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — San Carlos, Texas
UP14507 • Found Oct 25, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 50
Race 60%White
Location 85%65 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%200 lb vs 210 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas - unidentified case UP94366
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP94366 • Found Feb 26, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–65 vs 50 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 64%154 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%195 lb vs 210 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown 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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