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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP88170)
Luis Garcia Cortes, a 39-year-old man, was last seen on November 8, 2021, in the Reynosa-McAllen area, a region straddling the U.S.-Mexico border. His disappearance has raised significant concern, especially given the challenges and complexities associated with missing persons cases in this border zone. The cross-border location adds a layer of difficulty for investigators, as criminal activities and migratory issues often complicate the search for missing individuals.

Despite efforts from local authorities and missing persons organizations, little information has been made public regarding the circumstances surrounding Garcia Cortes' disappearance. Law enforcement agencies have been actively seeking information from the public, but his case remains unsolved, and no significant leads have emerged.

The Texas Department of Public Safety, along with other agencies, continues to include Garcia Cortes' case in their missing persons bulletins, urging anyone with details to come forward. The ongoing investigation highlights the need for cross-border collaboration, as well as the continued engagement of the public in providing any potential clues that could lead to his whereabouts.

Last Seen: Nov 8, 2021

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Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

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.

84%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 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 91%160 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 76%109 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
84%Moderate
John Doe — Pharr, Texas - unidentified case UP92174
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP92174 • Found May 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 80%112 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
81%Moderate
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 39 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 100%149 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas - unidentified case UP95100
Unidentified Person — Sullivan City, Texas
UP95100 • Found Aug 18, 2022
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Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 97%22 mi away, same county
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 40%90 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Austin, Texas
UP134747 • Found Oct 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 45%299 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'2"–9'2"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Name: same last name as tentative name (Franco Garcia)
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP90092 • Found Jan 27, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–41 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 months after last seen
Height 75%5'2"–5'9" vs 5'2"–9'2"
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP85709 • Found Oct 20, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 24–40 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%64 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'2"–9'2"

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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