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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP30221) and 3 other sources
Miriam Diaz, 35, was last seen on August 18, 2011, near Falfurrias, Texas. Miriam was part of a group that had traveled from Veracruz, Mexico, in hopes of reaching the United States. After crossing the river near Reynosa, they rested in McAllen for a day. On August 16, 2011, the group continued their journey, walking through difficult terrain toward the interior of Texas. Three days into the trek, Miriam was left behind near a tree with a water bottle in hand, as she was unable to keep up. Since then, she has not been seen or heard from.

Her case is reflective of the many dangerous journeys migrants endure while attempting to cross remote areas to avoid checkpoints, particularly in Brooks County. The terrain is harsh, and the risk of becoming lost or suffering from dehydration is high, leading to many disappearances in the region. Despite efforts from advocacy groups and local authorities, Miriam's case remains unsolved, and she is still missing.

Last Seen: Aug 18, 2011

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.

80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP14863
Jane Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP14863 • Found Jun 6, 2014
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 25–47 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP16660
Jane Doe — Texas
UP16660 • Found Jul 25, 2012
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 35
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'2" vs 5'3"
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas
UP12475 • Found Sep 2, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 26–50 vs 35
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 weeks after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'3"
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP51349
Jane Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP51349 • Found Jan 5, 2017
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 24–38 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP15859
Jane Doe — Texas
UP15859 • Found Aug 16, 2012
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 35
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 68%5'0" vs 5'3"
77%Possible
Jane Doe — El Cenizo, Texas
UP11710 • Found May 16, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 35 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 80%84 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 97%156 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP16662
Jane Doe — Texas
UP16662 • Found Jan 9, 2017
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 26–42 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 75%4'10"–5'7" vs 5'3"
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas
UP16704 • Found May 21, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 23–41 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 68%5'0" vs 5'3"
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Corpus Christi, Texas
UP87320 • Found Sep 3, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 35 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 86%61 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Weight 87%163 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP14048
Jane Doe — Texas
UP14048 • Found Jun 15, 2014
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Sex ✓Female
Age 60%Est. 35–69 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'3"

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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