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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP23879) and 1 other source
Mauricio Perez Perla, 34, was last seen on August 1, 2013, in McAllen, Texas. He disappeared under mysterious circumstances while attempting to cross the border with a group. According to accounts, Mauricio was left behind by the guide during the journey. A woman who was part of the group mentioned that he had been disoriented, vomiting, and left with minimal supplies, including an apple, Pedialyte, and a radio. She claimed he was alive when they left him about two hours from a ranch, but she has refused to provide further details.

There have been conflicting reports about Mauricio's whereabouts, with one rumor suggesting that he might have been imprisoned. However, there is no solid evidence to support these claims. His family continues to search for answers, but no new leads have emerged. His case remains unsolved, and the Texas Department of Public Safety has listed him in their Missing Persons Bulletin. Authorities and his loved ones hope that additional information will come to light to provide clarity on his disappearance.
Last Seen: Aug 1, 2013

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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 — 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 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 83%160 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
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 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'8"
Weight 83%160–180 lb vs 135 lb
80%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP82421 • Found May 27, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–39 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'10" vs 5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP81601
John Doe — Texas
UP81601 • Found Jun 23, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–40 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Name: same last name as tentative name (Alejandro Cortes-Perez)
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP55325 • Found Feb 15, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP52708 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23–37 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'9" vs 5'8"
79%Possible
John Doe — La Havana, Texas - unidentified case UP15864
John Doe — La Havana, Texas
UP15864 • Found Aug 8, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 20%5'2" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Sarita, Texas
UP110799 • Found Aug 24, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%75 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 5'8"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
Weight 81%109 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%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 34 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
Weight 86%112 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black 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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