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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP19594) and 4 other sources
Raul Rios, a 55-year-old man, was last seen in El Paso, Texas, on July 8, 2006. He was reported missing by his parents, who noted his disappearance from their home on that date. Raul Rios is described as being 6 feet tall, weighing 250 pounds, with black hair. Despite his disappearance being investigated, there has been very little information or leads in the case over the years.

The El Paso Police Department has included his case as part of their ongoing efforts to solve missing person and cold cases. Law enforcement agencies, including the Texas Department of Public Safety, have used resources like forensic technology and community outreach to solicit information, but as of recent updates, no significant breakthroughs have occurred. Rios's case remains unsolved, leaving his family without answers after nearly two decades.

Efforts to draw attention to the case continue, with authorities encouraging the public to provide any tips that might lead to new information. Cold case investigators are dedicated to re-examining existing evidence using modern forensic techniques and collaborating with other agencies, including the Texas Rangers and FBI, to identify new leads in cases like Raul Rios's disappearance.

Last Seen: Jul 8, 2006

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — El Paso, Texas
UP3159 • Found Mar 21, 2007
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Sex ✓Male
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'10"
Weight 70%185 lb vs 250–270 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — El Paso, Texas
UP79032 • Found Jan 1, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 68%5'7" vs 5'10"
Weight 92%213 lb vs 250–270 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

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.