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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP143932)
Elkin Onan Benitez Cruz, a 17-year-old male of Hispanic/Latino ethnicity, was reported missing from Houston, Texas. His last known contact was on January 31, 2025. The case was officially reported on April 11, 2025, and is currently being investigated by the Houston Police Department.

Elkin is described as being 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 116 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. No additional information regarding distinctive physical features, clothing, or accessories at the time of his disappearance has been provided.

The circumstances surrounding Elkin’s disappearance remain unclear. Authorities have not released details regarding the events leading up to his last known contact. His case is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System which provides a centralized database for missing persons cases.

The Houston Police Department is leading the investigation, with Detective John Pickett assigned to the case. Anyone with information regarding Elkin’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact the department at 394-1872.

For further updates and official details, the Texas Department of Public Safety maintains an online bulletin for missing persons cases, which may provide additional information as the investigation progresses.

Last Seen: Jan 31, 2025

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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.

76%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP161776 • Found Jul 23, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 82%Est. 20–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 64%154 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 months after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'2"
Weight 92%132 lb vs 116 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.