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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP99298) and 1 other source
In the late summer of 2022, a sense of concern began to grow for the family of Carlos Garcia Hermitano, a 42-year-old man who was last seen on September 15th of that year. It is believed that on that day, Mr. Garcia Hermitano crossed the Rio Grande from Tamaulipas, Mexico, into the small community of Progreso Lakes, Texas, located in Hidalgo County. After this presumed crossing, there has been no further contact with him, leaving his loved ones in a state of uncertainty and distress. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office opened an investigation into his disappearance, documenting the last known details of his whereabouts and appearance.

At the time he went missing, Carlos Garcia Hermitano was described as a Hispanic male with black hair and striking green eyes. His height was estimated to be between 5'3' and 5'5', and he weighed between 150 and 180 pounds. A distinguishing feature noted by his family is a tattoo on his right arm with the letters 'CGE,' though the exact placement on his arm is unknown. When he was last seen, it is believed he was wearing black trousers and a black jacket or sweater. These details, while helpful, have not yet led to a breakthrough in understanding what happened to him after he is thought to have entered the United States.

The circumstances surrounding Carlos Garcia Hermitano's disappearance remain vague, adding to the difficulty of the search and the anguish of his family. The lack of communication since he was last seen is described as being out of character, amplifying the fears for his well-being. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office has continued to seek any information that could shed light on his case, hoping for a lead that might bring answers and a sense of closure to those who are anxiously awaiting news. The investigation represents a search not just for a missing person, but for a son, a brother, and a friend whose sudden absence has left a profound void. The case serves as a somber reminder of the perils and uncertainties that can be a part of life along the border, and the deep emotional toll it takes on families left behind to wonder and to wait.

Last Seen: Sep 15, 2022

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

85%Strong
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 42
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 98%18 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 70%109 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas - unidentified case UP127601
John Doe — Brownsville, Texas
UP127601 • Found Jun 18, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 42 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%24 mi away, same state
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
78%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 42 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
77%Possible
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas - unidentified case UP95100
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas
UP95100 • Found Aug 18, 2022
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Age 77%Est. 20–40 vs 42
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 92%40 mi away, same county
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 38%90 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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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