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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13168) and 3 other sources
Raymond Castillo, 30, was last seen on August 15, 2009, in Houston, Texas. According to reports, he left his home and never returned. At the time of his disappearance, there were indications that Castillo may have been involved in drug-related activities, possibly connected to the buying or selling of drugs. However, no substantial leads or evidence have emerged since he went missing.

Described as a Hispanic male, Castillo stood 5'7" tall and weighed around 130 pounds, with black hair. Despite investigations by law enforcement and his inclusion in national missing person databases like NamUs, there have been no updates or breakthroughs in the case. His family and authorities continue to seek information that could shed light on his whereabouts.

The case remains open, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact local authorities to assist with the ongoing investigation.

Last Seen: Aug 15, 2009

Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

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 — 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 30
Race 100%White
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 0%230 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 98%16 mi away, same county
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%125 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%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 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP98797 • Found Dec 13, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'6" vs 5'7"
77%Possible
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 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 0%220 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Surfside Beach, Texas
UP52406 • Found Jan 9, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 69%Est. 35–45 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 75%5'0"–5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%130–200 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP11214 • Found Apr 11, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 46%292 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years 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
75%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP10623 • Found Sep 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 45%300 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years 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
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP9717 • Found Apr 19, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 30 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 47%278 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 130 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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