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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18048)
Miguel Guamuch Culajay, a 45-year-old man from McAllen, Texas, was last seen on July 17, 2009. He contacted his wife that day, informing her that he was in Reynosa, Mexico, and planning to cross into the United States. He was reportedly with a group of people who successfully crossed the border into McAllen. However, after crossing the river, Miguel began experiencing breathing difficulties. When the Border Patrol arrived, the group scattered, and Miguel, unable to run due to his condition, was allegedly apprehended by the Border Patrol, according to accounts from the group's guide, or "coyote."

After this moment, no further contact was made, and Miguel has remained missing ever since. Despite claims of his apprehension, there has been no official confirmation of his whereabouts. His family has continued to search for answers, but little information has surfaced in the years since his disappearance. His case remains unsolved, and authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward in the hopes of resolving the case.

This situation underscores the challenges faced by many who attempt to cross the border, as well as the difficulties authorities face in tracking missing persons in such circumstances.

Last Seen: Jul 17, 2009

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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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP12582
John Doe — Texas
UP12582 • Found Jun 9, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0" vs 4'10"–5'0"
78%Possible
John Doe — San Carlos, Texas
UP14507 • Found Oct 25, 2015
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%12 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 84%5'2" vs 4'10"–5'0"
Weight 68%200 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP9561 • Found Jun 25, 2009
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 45
Race 60%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 52%5'4" vs 4'10"–5'0"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Black vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Pharr, Texas - unidentified case UP92174
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP92174 • Found May 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%3 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 52%5'4" vs 4'10"–5'0"
Weight 71%112 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP58604
John Doe — Texas
UP58604 • Found Jan 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'4" vs 4'10"–5'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Riviera, Texas
UP107062 • Found Aug 14, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 75%Same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 4'10"–5'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas - unidentified case UP12474
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP12474 • Found Sep 14, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–44 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%4'9"–5'1" vs 4'10"–5'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Penitas, Texas
UP9711 • Found Jun 3, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 months after last seen
Height 52%5'4" vs 4'10"–5'0"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP82518
John Doe — Texas
UP82518 • Found Aug 4, 2016
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Sex ✓Male
Age 79%Est. 25–43 vs 45 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 4'10"–5'0"
75%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP9324 • Found Jul 10, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 36–45 vs 45 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 36%5'5" vs 4'10"–5'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–160 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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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