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John Salazar Missing Person Case

Last seen in Abilene, Texas on Nov 8, 2004

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Victim Details

Jul 8, 2014

Dec 22, 2023

John

Salazar

62

40

69 inches

72 inches

150 lbs

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 8, 2004

Abilene

Texas

Taylor County

15479

Abilene Police Department

Abilene

Texas

Taylor County

79602

Panya Washington

SRO

450 Pecan St., Texas

3256738331

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.abilenepolice.org/

04-23255

Nov 15, 2004

Abilene Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP25243) and 4 other sources
John Sanchez Salazar, a 40-year-old man, was last seen on November 7, 2004, in Abilene, Texas. He was leaving a local hospital accompanied by two known acquaintances, but he has not been heard from since. Salazar was described as a Hispanic male, standing 5'9" tall and weighing approximately 170 pounds. He has distinctive tattoos on his chest, back, and arms, and he may also go by the name "Juan."

Foul play is suspected in Salazar's disappearance, but little information has surfaced over the years regarding what might have happened. His case remains unsolved, and law enforcement continues to seek any leads that could provide answers. The Abilene Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety have kept his case active, encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: Nov 8, 2004

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP25243
  • John Sanchez Salazar - The Charley Project
  • Salazar,John Sanchez missing Nov 7,2004 - Tapatalk
  • Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse Online Bulletin - mpDetails

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    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.

    76%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas - unidentified case UP8508
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP8508 • Found Oct 29, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 43–57 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 67%140 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–6'0"
    Weight 96%130 lb vs 150–180 lb
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP76467 • Found Aug 26, 2020
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 36–48 vs 40 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 61%172 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–6'0"
    Weight 100%159 lb vs 150–180 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP1613 • Found Jan 1, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40
    Race 100%White
    Location 61%172 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"–6'0"

    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.

    Unidentified photos are blurred because many are post-mortem. Tap a photo to reveal it.

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