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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP78585) and 4 other sources
Crystal Lynn Russ, a 25-year-old woman, was last seen in Houston, Texas, on April 13, 2000. She was working at an Exxon gas station near Crosstimbers Street and Interstate 45, where she was also training to become the manager. Additionally, she worked as a taxi driver. On the night of her disappearance, around 2:15 a.m., Crystal requested to leave work early due to feeling unwell from an ear infection. Her manager approved, and she left the station but was never heard from again.

A week later, Crystal's taxi was found abandoned with most of her belongings still inside. However, some unusual signs were discovered: her ID holder had been cut in half, and some Beanie Babies she intended to resell were missing. Despite thorough investigations, no trace of Crystal has been found, and her case remains unsolved. Her disappearance is classified as endangered, and the Houston Police Department continues to seek any leads that might help solve her case.

At the time of her disappearance, Crystal was 5'4", weighed 135 pounds, and had red hair and green eyes. She may have been using her previous married name, Herrera, or the surname Carson.

Last Seen: Apr 13, 2000

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.

82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP6774
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP6774 • Found Dec 29, 2009
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%Same area, same county
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 135–140 lb
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Missouri City, Texas
UP3439 • Found Jul 29, 2001
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 17–28 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
Hair 50%Brown vs Red
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Texas
UP962 • Found Jun 5, 2000
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 25
Race 100%White
Location 100%4 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
Height 68%5'1" vs 5'4"
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP72078
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP72078 • Found Jul 21, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5"–5'6" vs 5'4"
Hair 70%Gray vs Red
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
UP103953 • Found Apr 24, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 23 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'4"

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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