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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17187) and 1 other source
Francisco Pineda Brizuela, a 29-year-old man from Laredo, Texas, was last seen on April 30, 2011. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are mysterious and alarming, as it is believed that he may have been abducted by the Zetas, a violent Mexican drug cartel known for its involvement in human trafficking and other criminal activities. His disappearance occurred near the U.S.-Mexico border, raising concerns that he may have been taken across the border into Mexico, although it remains unclear whether he went missing in the U.S. or Mexico.

Francisco's case is complicated by the dangerous environment of the border region at the time, where organized crime was rampant. There has been no significant information or leads on his whereabouts since he was last seen, making it a challenging case for authorities. His family and investigators continue to seek answers, hoping that the ongoing public attention might eventually provide new leads. Despite the passage of time, his case remains unsolved, and anyone with information is encouraged to come forward to assist in finding Francisco.
Last Seen: Apr 30, 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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Laredo, Texas
UP10372 • Found Mar 2, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–29 vs 29
Race 60%White
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 93%138 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP14328 • Found Sep 5, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23–35 vs 29
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'7"–5'9"
79%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP14854 • Found Sep 5, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–36 vs 29
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 5'7"–5'9"
79%Possible
John Doe — Webb County, Texas
UP12912 • Found May 22, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 29 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Laredo, Texas
UP13058 • Found Feb 18, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 18–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP13440 • Found Nov 30, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 19 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
78%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP14282
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP14282 • Found Oct 12, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4"–5'10" vs 5'7"–5'9"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP15345
John Doe — Texas
UP15345 • Found Aug 15, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–36 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"–5'9"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP16149 • Found Jul 1, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 14 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP137849 • Found Jan 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 93%35 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"

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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