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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7902) and 2 other sources
Ronnie Hitchcock, a 23-year-old man from Vidor, Texas, went missing on January 17, 1975. His disappearance remains unsolved, and over the decades, limited information has surfaced about the circumstances surrounding the case. According to records, Ronnie was last seen in Vidor, and his case has since been listed with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). Despite efforts from authorities and the community, his whereabouts remain unknown. His case continues to be part of ongoing investigations, with renewed calls for anyone who may have information to come forward.

As with many long-term missing persons cases, Ronnie’s disappearance has left unanswered questions, and both law enforcement and the public are encouraged to help bring closure to his family. Vidor, a small town, has seen a number of cold cases, and like Ronnie’s case, they often rely on public tips to find new leads. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the appropriate authorities.

Last Seen: Jan 17, 1975

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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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP4558 • Found Oct 24, 1975
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23
Race 100%White
Location 80%81 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 97%145 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP4617 • Found Aug 28, 1981
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 77%93 mi away, same state
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%6'1" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
79%Possible
John Doe — Hardin, Texas
UP13492 • Found Dec 16, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 23 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 40 years after last seen
Height 84%6'2" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 97%200 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP4472 • Found Apr 9, 1986
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 100%150 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
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 82%74 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
78%Possible
John Doe — New Caney, Texas
UP103960 • Found Sep 30, 1982
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 83%72 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Bon Wier, Texas - unidentified case UP4576
John Doe — Bon Wier, Texas
UP4576 • Found Dec 7, 1983
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–33 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 67%225 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 50%Blond vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP4638 • Found Apr 19, 1980
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 79%85 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 85%210 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Montgomery, Texas
UP4572 • Found Aug 22, 1977
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–25 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 75%102 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 91%140 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP12728 • Found Jul 18, 1991
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 76%95 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%6'0" vs 5'11"–6'0"
Weight 100%172 lb vs 165–180 lb
Hair 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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