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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9053) and 6 other sources
Jo Ann Sendejas, a 40-year-old woman, was last seen on December 24, 1999, in San Leon, Texas. On the day of her disappearance, Jo was last spotted leaving the residence she shared with her sister, and she was reportedly intoxicated at the time. Authorities believe she may have injured herself while exiting her house, possibly through a window. There were indications that she could have traveled to Texas City, Texas, but no confirmed sightings have been reported.

Jo Ann Sendejas, also known by her nickname "Jodie," had distinguishing features such as red or auburn hair, brown eyes, and she was missing one of her front teeth. She often wore a silver bangle ring on her right pinky finger. Despite extensive efforts by the Galveston County Sheriff's Office and other agencies, her case remains unsolved, and Jo Ann has not been located since that day. Investigators continue to seek any information that may shed light on her whereabouts.

Her disappearance is classified as an endangered missing person case, and family, along with law enforcement, urge anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Dec 24, 1999

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

75%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP72078
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP72078 • Found Jul 21, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'6" vs 5'7"–5'8"
Hair 70%Gray vs Red
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP600 • Found Aug 7, 2002
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 34–48 vs 40 when missing
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'8"

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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