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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP129791) and 4 other sources
Vernon Bristo, a 54-year-old man, was reported missing from Atascocita, Texas, after being last seen on May 20, 2024. The Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) has issued a bulletin for Vernon, requesting assistance from the public in locating him. His disappearance was categorized under the Missing and Unidentified Persons Online Bulletin, which serves as the central repository for missing persons across Texas. The circumstances of Vernon’s disappearance remain unclear, but law enforcement officials are hoping that increased public attention will help uncover leads that might assist in his safe recovery.

Local authorities and organizations have highlighted Vernon’s case across multiple platforms, emphasizing the need for community involvement. The Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse, overseen by the Criminal Intelligence Unit of the Tennessee Fusion Center, helps coordinate search efforts for cases like Vernon’s, ensuring that all available resources are utilized to find missing individuals. This coordinated effort aims to support Vernon's family and gather any available information that could help bring him back safely.

Efforts to locate Vernon have also been featured on national missing persons registries, such as the Missing Persons Center, which provides a comprehensive and up-to-date map of missing individuals across the U.S. By listing Vernon’s profile on their platform, these organizations hope to spread awareness beyond Texas, encouraging anyone with information to contact local authorities or the Texas Department of Public Safety directly. Community members are urged to report any sightings or relevant details that might assist in solving Vernon’s case, which is still an active investigation.

Last Seen: May 20, 2024

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

79%Possible
John Doe — Houston, Texas
UP122382 • Found Apr 20, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 54
Race 100%Black
Location 94%33 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 6'1"

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.