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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9221) and 7 other sources
Richard Allen Rhyne, a 23-year-old from Angleton, Texas, was last seen on March 22, 1977. On that day, he left his home intending to visit his workplace in Freeport, Texas, to check if he still held his job. Rhyne was driving a distinct 1969 Chevrolet 210 pickup truck with a white top, green body, and gold passenger door and fender, bearing Texas plates HR3152. He was never seen or heard from again, and both he and his vehicle disappeared without a trace.

Rhyne had epilepsy and required medication to manage his condition. He also had several notable physical characteristics, including a scar on his forehead and past fractures in his left arm and right hand. Authorities believe that foul play may have been involved in his disappearance, but no definitive answers have emerged over the years. His case remains unsolved, with investigators continuing to seek any information that could lead to a resolution.

Anyone with potential leads is encouraged to contact the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office as the case remains open and unsolved after more than four decades.

Last Seen: Mar 22, 1977

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.

86%Strong
John Doe — Fresno, Texas - unidentified case UP778
John Doe — Fresno, Texas
UP778 • Found Feb 13, 1978
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–25 vs 23
Race 100%White
Location 96%26 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%145 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP4571
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP4571 • Found Jul 24, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%131 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
83%Moderate
John Doe — Galveston, Texas
UP4639 • Found Apr 10, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–27 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%39 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 77%175 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP4602
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP4602 • Found Jun 1, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%155 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP4616 • Found Sep 3, 1981
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 87%168 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
82%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP2248 • Found Nov 22, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Montgomery, Texas
UP4572 • Found Aug 22, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 23
Race 100%White
Location 79%86 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
82%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP957 • Found May 30, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'7"–5'10"
81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP738
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP738 • Found Feb 10, 1995
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%36 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Weight 100%146 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP4470 • Found Apr 29, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–35 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 92%41 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'10"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel

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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