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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP22734) and 9 other sources
Ronald Childress, a 24-year-old man, was last seen on September 22, 1991, in Hankamer, Texas. Described as 5'6" tall and weighing approximately 120 pounds, Ronald was wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, and a blue baseball cap when he disappeared. He was known to have a distinct tattoo on his upper left arm, along with scarring from a gunshot wound and a colostomy incision. His disappearance raised concerns due to the suspicious nature surrounding it, and authorities have long suspected foul play.

The last known sighting of Childress occurred in Chambers County, Texas. Despite efforts to locate him, no trace of Ronald has ever been found. Investigators have continued to pursue leads over the years, but his case remains unresolved. It is still classified as an endangered missing person case, with local law enforcement urging anyone with information to come forward.

Ronald's family has endured decades of uncertainty regarding his fate, as there has been no significant breakthrough in the investigation. His case continues to be part of ongoing efforts by authorities and the community to bring closure to those affected by his unexplained disappearance.

Last Seen: Sep 22, 1991

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3741 • Found Apr 19, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 83%142 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3300 • Found Nov 3, 1994
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3593 • Found Jun 11, 1998
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–30 vs 24 when missing
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP12288
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP12288 • Found Jan 21, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
76%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3534 • Found Sep 27, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 24 when missing
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 58%155 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP7108 • Found Aug 8, 2005
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP3510 • Found May 6, 2000
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 24 when missing
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
Weight 70%150 lb vs 120 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP9366 • Found May 27, 1997
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 95%29 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen

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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