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Eric Bedell Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Sep 29, 2010

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Victim Details

Jan 27, 2011

Mar 28, 2019

Eric

Bedell

63

47

66 inches

68 inches

200 lbs

230 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 29, 2010

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77025

9624

Jamaica Beach Police Department

Jamaica Beach

Texas

Galveston County

77554

Jamie Benham

Detective

16628 San Luis Pass Road, Texas

4097371142

Local

Law Enforcement

https://jamaicabeachpolice.com/

10-0067

Sep 29, 2010

Jamaica Beach Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Sep 28, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9347) and 4 other sources
Eric Ashley Bedell, a 47-year-old man from Houston, Texas, was last seen on September 29, 2010. Described as an endangered missing person, Eric left behind his family, which included three children and his wife. At the time of his disappearance, authorities indicated that he was possibly suicidal and may have been armed with a revolver. Despite these concerns, there has been no confirmed sighting of him since that day.

Eric was reported missing from the Houston area, and his case has remained unsolved. His case continues to be included in missing person databases, and any tips or information related to his whereabouts are still being sought by law enforcement and the community.
Last Seen: Sep 29, 2010

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP9347
  • Texas Lostnmissing - Eric Ashley Bedell - September 29 ... - Facebook
  • Texas Lostnmissing - Eric Ashley Bedell - September 29, 2010 ...
  • Eric Bedell missing since 09-29-10 - Tapatalk

    • 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 — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP91236
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP91236 • Found May 8, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 81%158 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP86759 • Found Sep 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP17835
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP17835 • Found Aug 22, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%220 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP14223 • Found Jul 8, 2015
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136468
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP136468 • Found Jan 10, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 66%143 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136464
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP136464 • Found Jan 6, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'10" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%249 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    80%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 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 42%125 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%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 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP16129 • Found Nov 4, 2016
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Surfside Beach, Texas
    UP52406 • Found Jan 9, 2011
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 83%Est. 35–45 vs 47
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%52 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 months after last seen
    Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'6"–5'8"
    Weight 100%130–200 lb vs 200–230 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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