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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP82145)
Jose Osorio Melgar, a 29-year-old man, was last seen on August 22, 2020, in Brownsville, Texas. Despite efforts from law enforcement and missing persons databases, few details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance have been made publicly available. His case has been registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), but no significant leads have been reported since his disappearance.

Authorities are still seeking information that might help resolve the case. As with many missing persons investigations, the involvement of the community and any potential tips from the public are crucial for advancing the search. His case continues to draw attention as investigators work to uncover any new information.

Anyone with knowledge about Jose Osorio Melgar's disappearance is urged to contact local authorities to assist in bringing closure to his family. The investigation remains open, with hopes that someone might come forward with information to help solve this mystery.

Last Seen: Aug 22, 2020

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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.

84%Moderate
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP81370 • Found May 23, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–29 vs 29
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%51 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%167 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
81%Moderate
John Doe — Pharr, Texas
UP104060 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 90%47 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%192 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 60%Brown 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 60%Est. 38–52 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 90%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 45%109 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
78%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP89106 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 months after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'7"–5'9"
77%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 29 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 88%56 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 97%149 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP90092 • Found Jan 27, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 26–41 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 78%90 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 75%5'2"–5'9" vs 5'7"–5'9"
75%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 29
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 months after last seen
Height 52%5'3" vs 5'7"–5'9"
Weight 0%74 lb vs 170–190 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP137849 • Found Jan 14, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 63%162 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'7"–5'9"

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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