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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP81264)
Marvin Veliz-Valdez, a 21-year-old male, was last seen on June 28, 2005, in McAllen, Texas. His case has remained unsolved for years, with few details available regarding the circumstances of his disappearance. Despite efforts by local authorities and organizations, no significant developments have been made public since he was last seen.

The case has drawn attention from missing person organizations like NamUs, where Marvin’s details are listed, encouraging anyone with information to come forward. His disappearance remains a mystery, and law enforcement agencies continue to seek tips that might help locate him or provide closure to his family. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the appropriate authorities.
Last Seen: Jun 28, 2005

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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.

77%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP85860
John Doe — Texas
UP85860 • Found Jan 5, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–28 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'0" vs 6'0"
77%Possible
John Doe — Falfurrias, Texas
UP14854 • Found Sep 5, 2011
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–36 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 83%71 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 6'0"
77%Possible
John Doe — Mission, Texas
UP9710 • Found Apr 9, 2010
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 84%5'10" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%180 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Mercedes, Texas
UP9559 • Found Feb 12, 2008
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–28 vs 21 when missing
Race 60%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 61%140 lb vs 195 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP55325 • Found Feb 15, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 87%57 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–6'0" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP52740 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 21–33 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6"–5'10" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas - unidentified case UP53213
John Doe — Texas
UP53213 • Found Jan 6, 2018
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 17–29 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%44 mi away, same state
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Texas
UP82421 • Found May 27, 2017
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–39 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 12 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5"–5'10" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Sarita, Texas
UP110799 • Found Aug 24, 2014
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%75 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'1" vs 6'0"
76%Possible
John Doe — Sarita, Texas
UP102019 • Found Jan 13, 2013
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 14–23 vs 21 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%75 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 6'0"

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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