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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP90997)
Marcelino Mendez-Perez, a 19-year-old, was last seen on September 2, 2021, in Falfurrias, Texas. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are unclear, and he has not been heard from since that day. Falfurrias, located in Brooks County, is known as a critical point for migrants attempting to cross into the U.S., and the area has seen numerous cases of missing individuals, many of whom face severe risks like dehydration or exhaustion due to the harsh environment.

Despite efforts from local authorities and missing persons organizations, Marcelino's whereabouts remain unknown. Anyone with information regarding his case is urged to contact the Brooks County Sheriff's Office or relevant missing persons services. His case remains unresolved, adding to the growing list of disappearances in the region, often linked to the challenges and dangers migrants face while trying to cross border checkpoints undetected.
Last Seen: Sep 2, 2021

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Possible Unidentified Matches (5)

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas - unidentified case UP93259
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP93259 • Found Jun 28, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 19
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2" vs 5'0"–5'1"
Weight 61%77 lb vs 110–125 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
79%Possible
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas - unidentified case UP84194
John Doe — Hidalgo, Texas
UP84194 • Found Aug 17, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 19
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'0"–5'1"
Weight 54%74 lb vs 110–125 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP137849 • Found Jan 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 93%Est. 20–35 vs 19
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 84%67 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 84%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'0"–5'1"
76%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP122149 • Found Apr 26, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 12–20 vs 19 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'0"–5'1"
Weight 0%205 lb vs 110–125 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 90%Brown vs Black
76%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 19
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 84%5'3" vs 5'0"–5'1"
Weight 86%90 lb vs 110–125 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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