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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8649) and 5 other sources
Loraine Migl Light, 21, was last seen on November 23, 1989, in Spring, Texas. On the day of her disappearance, she had purchased groceries for Thanksgiving dinner, which she was preparing for her three-year-old daughter, before going out with friends. Light was dropped off at her apartment at around 2:00 a.m. by her mother-in-law, but when her sister returned home an hour later, Loraine was gone. The groceries were still on the floor, and a turkey was defrosting in the sink. A message left on the answering machine claimed to be from Light, stating she was going to Mexico for a few days, but her sister, Cynthia, doubted the message was actually from Loraine, as the voice and the details did not seem to match.

Concerns grew when Loraine failed to attend Thanksgiving dinner, leading her family to report her missing. Despite initial investigations, the case took a concerning turn years later when rumors emerged. Six years after her disappearance, two witnesses reported that Loraine’s boyfriend's father had made suspicious remarks about her fate, suggesting that her body would never be found. Unfortunately, the report of this lead, along with most of Loraine's case file, has since been lost, stalling the investigation.

Though foul play is strongly suspected, no arrests have been made, and Loraine remains missing. Her case is still open with the Harris County Sheriff's Office, and she is remembered by her family, who continue to seek justice.

Last Seen: Nov 23, 1989

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.

83%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP926
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP926 • Found Nov 26, 1989
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 17–30 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 days after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 100%111 lb vs 105–115 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3523 • Found Nov 14, 1999
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 100%112 lb vs 105–115 lb
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP710 • Found Nov 28, 1994
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 78%138 lb vs 105–115 lb
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP3602
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP3602 • Found May 13, 1998
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 84%5'8" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 95%129 lb vs 105–115 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP2097
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP2097 • Found Jan 29, 1990
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 months after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 48%151 lb vs 105–115 lb
Hair 10%Black vs Blond
Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
79%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP963
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP963 • Found Oct 18, 1990
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 21
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 68%5'0" vs 5'3"–5'6"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP6774
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP6774 • Found Dec 29, 2009
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Weight 59%147 lb vs 105–115 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Missouri City, Texas
UP3439 • Found Jul 29, 2001
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 17–28 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 94%33 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Channelview, Texas
UP1390 • Found Oct 28, 1994
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'1" vs 5'3"–5'6"
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Vinton, Louisiana - unidentified case UP1868
Jane Doe — Vinton, Louisiana
UP1868 • Found Dec 22, 1991
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 22–29 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%110 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'6"
Hair 50%Brown vs Blond

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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