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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP113517) and 1 other source
On a seemingly ordinary day, November 17, 2023, a 36-year-old man named Devion Spears left his home in Houston, Texas. His intention was simple and routine: to go run a few errands. He was dressed comfortably for the day, wearing a beige baseball cap, a maroon hoodie, gray sweatpants, and Nike slide shoes. However, this unremarkable departure took a distressing turn when Devion never made it back home. His family and community were left to grapple with his sudden and unexplained absence, a normal day turning into an ongoing nightmare of questions and concern.

Devion is described as a Black / African American male, standing at a height of 6 feet 8 inches and weighing approximately 230 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Adding to his distinct appearance are tattoos that mark both his left and right arms. Known by several nicknames including Sosa Spears, Dee Spears, and James M Betts, Devion is a person with a presence, making his disappearance all the more jarring to those who know him. These physical details create a clearer picture of the man whose absence has left a significant void in the lives of his loved ones.

The investigation into Devion's disappearance was taken on by the Harris County Constable, Precinct 4. Since the day he was last seen leaving his residence in the 77070 zip code of Houston, there has been a profound lack of information regarding his whereabouts or the circumstances that led to him vanishing. The case is a heart-wrenching overview of how a person can disappear from their daily life without a trace. A 36-year-old man, on a routine outing to run errands, simply vanished, leaving behind a community searching for answers and hoping for his safe return.

Last Seen: Nov 17, 2023

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP122382 • Found Apr 20, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 75%Est. 40–60 vs 36
Race 100%Black
Location 97%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'8"
76%Possible
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
UP116012 • Found Jan 4, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36
Race 100%Black
Location 44%305 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 weeks after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
Weight 77%180 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP127370 • Found Jun 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 36
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 7 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'11" vs 5'8"
75%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP143813 • Found May 1, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 36 when missing
Location 69%132 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%219 lb vs 230 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
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.