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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP16659) and 1 other source
Epifanio Popoca, a 31-year-old man, was last seen on November 1, 2011, in Brownsville, Texas. Standing at 5'7" and weighing around 130 pounds, Epifanio was described as having black hair and brown eyes. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and despite ongoing efforts, very little information has emerged about his whereabouts. His case is currently listed as unresolved, and authorities are still seeking any information that could help uncover what happened to him. The Texas Department of Public Safety, along with other agencies, continues to investigate his case, urging anyone with details to come forward.

Epifanio's disappearance is part of the larger database of missing persons managed by Texas authorities, highlighting the ongoing challenges in finding answers for families who continue to search for their loved ones. Despite the lack of developments, the hope remains that new information could shed light on his case.

Last Seen: Nov 1, 2011

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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.

83%Moderate
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP11214 • Found Apr 11, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 74%160 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
83%Moderate
John Doe — Donna, Texas
UP10262 • Found May 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 31
Race 100%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 130 lb
82%Moderate
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP10623 • Found Sep 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31
Race 100%White
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
UP12970 • Found May 15, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 32%180 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP11771 • Found Oct 31, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 88%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 89%150 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP10170 • Found Apr 11, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 88%Est. 20–30 vs 31
Race 100%White
Location 86%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
UP15509 • Found Jul 19, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 89%150 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP12306 • Found Jan 2, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP10932 • Found Jan 1, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"
Weight 89%150 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
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 31 when missing
Race 60%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 74%160 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black 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.

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