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Joe Arnold Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fort Worth, Texas on Aug 21, 2008

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Victim Details

Sep 15, 2010

Jan 8, 2024

Joe

Arnold

66

48

71 inches

72 inches

165 lbs

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 21, 2008

Fort Worth

Texas

Tarrant County

9048

Fort Worth Police Department

Fort Worth

Texas

Tarrant County

76102

350 West Belknap Street, Texas

8173924429

Local

Law Enforcement

08144323

Dec 12, 2008

Fort Worth Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 1, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8175) and 5 other sources
Joe Darron Arnold, a 48-year-old man, was last seen on August 25, 2008, in the Stockyards area of Fort Worth, Texas. Arnold was a well-known figure within the homeless community, earning the nickname "Mayor of the Homeless" due to his prominence in that circle. He was last spotted on northwest 25th Street in Fort Worth and was reported missing shortly after.

At the time of his disappearance, Arnold was wearing tan camouflage-print pants and had a full beard. He also suffered from unspecified medical conditions, although the details of these conditions were not publicly disclosed. He was described as balding, standing between 5'11" and 6'0", and weighing between 165 and 175 pounds.

Despite Arnold’s known presence in the community, few details have emerged regarding his disappearance, and foul play has not been ruled out. Investigators from the Fort Worth Police Department have continued to work on the case, but as of now, his whereabouts remain unknown.
Last Seen: Aug 21, 2008

Links to Additional Sources (5)

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  • Joe Darron Arnold - The Charley Project
  • Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse Online Bulletin - mpDetails
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP8175 | NamUs
  • Fort Worth missing trio - Wikipedia
  • Cheryl Arnold v. The State of Texas--Appeal from 82nd District Court ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

    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.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas - unidentified case UP8508
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP8508 • Found Oct 29, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 43–57 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 14 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 79%130 lb vs 165–175 lb
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP76467 • Found Aug 26, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 36–48 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 100%159 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP138398 • Found Nov 23, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8"–5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Lewisville, Texas
    UP75532 • Found Oct 20, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'6"–6'1" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP61482
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP61482 • Found Aug 1, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–59 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 20%5'5" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 100%152 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP159501
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP159501 • Found Apr 20, 2026
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 53–63 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%35 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'7" vs 5'11"–6'0"
    Weight 51%229 lb vs 165–175 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 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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