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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP104857) and 1 other source
A sense of concern settled over Houston, Texas, in the winter of 2023 when 17-year-old Santos Vatz Gutierrez went missing. He was last seen on February 11th in the 77035 area of the city. At the time of his disappearance, Santos was a Hispanic male with black hair and brown eyes. He stood at approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighed around 140 pounds. His loved ones have been left with unanswered questions and a deep sense of worry since he was last seen.

The circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Santos Vatz Gutierrez remain unclear, and there is limited information available to the public regarding the specifics of what might have happened to him. The Houston Police Department is the investigating agency in his case. Despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues, fueled by the hope of his family and community that he will be found safe. The lack of detailed public information can be agonizing for those who care for him, as they are left to wonder about his well-being.

The case of Santos Vatz Gutierrez is a poignant reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind families caught in a state of perpetual uncertainty. His disappearance highlights the importance of community awareness and the vital role that law enforcement and the public play in the search for the missing. As time goes on, the urgency to find answers does not diminish, and the hope for a resolution remains a constant for all of those affected by his absence. The investigation into what happened to Santos is ongoing.

Last Seen: Feb 11, 2023

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Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP132777 • Found Sep 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 20–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 67%141 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 months after last seen
Height 84%5'9" vs 5'7"
Weight 58%181 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP161776 • Found Jul 23, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 67%141 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%132 lb vs 140 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.