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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP94035)
Juan Alay Mendez, a 35-year-old male, was last seen on July 30, 2019, in Falfurrias, Texas. Falfurrias, located in Brooks County, is known for its challenging terrain, often associated with migrant routes attempting to bypass border checkpoints. Mendez disappeared in this area, which is infamous for its hazardous conditions for travelers, including extreme heat and vast, uninhabited landscapes.

His case has been entered into the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Despite search efforts, no significant updates have been reported regarding his whereabouts. Local authorities continue to seek assistance from the public, hoping for any leads that may help in locating Mendez. His disappearance adds to the many missing person cases in South Texas, an area where migrant disappearances are tragically common due to the treacherous nature of the terrain.

Efforts to locate Mendez are ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the relevant authorities.

Last Seen: Jul 30, 2019

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Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

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.

82%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP89106 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'3"–5'5"
81%Moderate
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP71301
John Doe — Texas
UP71301 • Found Jun 19, 2020
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Sex ✓Male
Age 84%Est. 38–52 vs 35
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 96%23 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'10" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 99%160–180 lb vs 135–145 lb
81%Moderate
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP82852
John Doe — Texas
UP82852 • Found Dec 15, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–37 vs 35
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'3"–5'5"
80%Moderate
John Doe — Pharr, Texas - unidentified case UP92174
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP92174 • Found May 16, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 98%Est. 38–52 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 87%112 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
80%Moderate
John Doe — Texas
UP85709 • Found Oct 20, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 24–40 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 81%78 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 83%109 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP90092 • Found Jan 27, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–41 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 75%5'2"–5'9" vs 5'3"–5'5"
79%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP137849 • Found Jan 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 84%67 mi away, same state
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'3"–5'5"
77%Possible
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 35 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 77%92 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 68%5'8" vs 5'3"–5'5"
Weight 99%160 lb vs 135–145 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
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.

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