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David Sumner Missing Person Case

Last seen in Katy, Texas on Jan 3, 2000

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Victim Details

Dec 7, 2012

Aug 14, 2023

David

Sumner

51

25

67 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 3, 2000

Katy

Texas

Harris County

77449

Unknown

12764

Harris County Sheriff's Office

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77002

Apolito Hernandez

Sergeant

1200 Baker, Texas

7132216000

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.harriscountyso.org/

HC080111321/old case 0002

Feb 18, 2000

Harris County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18319) and 4 other sources
David L. Sumner, 25, was last seen on January 3, 2000, in Katy, Texas. Originally from New York, Sumner had moved to Texas in mid-1999. On the day of his disappearance, he contacted his father, which was the last time anyone heard from him. Sumner, who suffers from a learning disability and is very nearsighted, wore eyeglasses and had previously fractured his arm. Despite an ongoing investigation, few details about his disappearance have surfaced, and his current whereabouts remain unknown. His case is classified as an endangered missing person.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact local authorities.
Last Seen: Jan 3, 2000

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP18319
  • David L. Sumner - The Charley Project
  • David Lawrence Sumner He was 25 years old when he ... - Facebook
  • Missing in Harris County Day - Have You Seen Me? - Katy Magazine

    • 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 — Galveston, Texas - unidentified case UP3478
    John Doe — Galveston, Texas
    UP3478 • Found Dec 5, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 25
    Race 100%White
    Location 84%68 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%150 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP162311
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP162311 • Found Aug 26, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 27 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 99%125 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP485
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP485 • Found Mar 23, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 73%107 lb vs 140 lb
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP7699
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP7699 • Found Jul 17, 2010
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%10 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 0%230 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3519 • Found Mar 15, 2000
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 25
    Race 100%White
    Location 54%213 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%130 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP3080
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP3080 • Found Jan 18, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 25 when missing
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 96%27 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 83%166 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3157 • Found Apr 28, 2007
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 77%Est. 35–45 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%64 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 96%157 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP8651
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP8651 • Found Dec 28, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'2" vs 5'7"
    Weight 84%165 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP781 • Found Sep 23, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–55 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"
    Weight 71%106 lb vs 140 lb
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP102436
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP102436 • Found Apr 6, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 25 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%27 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Hair 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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