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Ruben Ramirez Missing Person Case

Last seen in Fort Worth, Texas on Jan 6, 1989

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Victim Details

Dec 1, 2009

Jan 12, 2024

Ruben

Ramirez

60

23

65 inches

66 inches

125 lbs

135 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 6, 1989

Fort Worth

Texas

Tarrant County

20672

Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse

Austin

Texas

Travis County

78773

PO Box 4087, Texas

8003463243

State

Law Enforcement

https://www.dps.texas.gov/mpch

M9301005

Fort Worth Police Department

7588

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP3258) and 6 other sources
Ruben Ramirez, a 23-year-old man from Fort Worth, Texas, went missing on January 6, 1989. At the time of his disappearance, Ruben was described as a Hispanic male standing between 5'5" and 5'6" tall, weighing around 125 to 135 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. The circumstances of his disappearance are vague, but it is believed that he may have been taken against his will, as foul play is suspected.

Despite the passage of time, few details have emerged regarding what happened to Ruben, and his case remains unsolved. Investigators, including the Fort Worth Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety, continue to appeal for any information that might lead to a resolution. Ruben's case is listed in various missing persons databases, but his whereabouts remain a mystery.
Last Seen: Jan 6, 1989

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Ruben Ramirez - The Charley Project
  • 3256DMTX - Ruben Ramirez - Doe Network
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP3258
  • Ruben Ramirez | International Missing Persons Wiki | Fandom
  • Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse Online Bulletin - mpDetails
  • Ruben Ramirez : r/NotForgotten - Reddit

    • 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.

    86%Strong
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP4052 • Found Feb 9, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 weeks after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%130 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP14036
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP14036 • Found Dec 10, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–23 vs 23
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 94%108 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas - unidentified case UP3744
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP3744 • Found Feb 26, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 58%173 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    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 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 31 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 94%152 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas - unidentified case UP3715
    John Doe — Fort Worth, Texas
    UP3715 • Found Oct 14, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 82%160 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3734 • Found May 11, 1995
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 92%Est. 30 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 95%109 lb vs 125–135 lb
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP3960
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3960 • Found Jun 17, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 88%Est. 18–22 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 17 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 97%150 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP1403 • Found Nov 10, 2006
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 18 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP3924 • Found Mar 16, 1991
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 91%Est. 26–36 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%29 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'1" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 97%150 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP105338
    John Doe — Dallas, Texas
    UP105338 • Found Nov 11, 1989
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 87%Est. 25 vs 23
    Race 60%Hispanic
    Location 94%33 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'6"
    Weight 100%128 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 60%Black 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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