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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP81167) and 6 other sources
Arthur Harry Eckert, a 52-year-old man from San Antonio, Texas, went missing on March 2, 1986. He left his home that morning around 8:00 a.m., reportedly on his way to attend horse races in Austin. Driving a tan and brown 1974 Chevrolet, he never made it to his destination, and he has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, Eckert resided at a permanent address on Overhill Drive but also frequented other locations, including a hotel in San Antonio.

Adding to the mystery, on the same day Eckert disappeared, his mother was found murdered. While the two events coinciding suggest possible foul play, there has been no resolution to either case. Eckert’s physical description at the time of his disappearance included being between 6'1" and 6'3" tall, weighing approximately 180 to 220 pounds, with brown hair, a full beard, and several distinguishing marks such as a scar on his forehead and a birthmark on his neck.

Despite efforts by authorities and family members, Eckert's case remains unsolved after decades, leaving many questions unanswered. His disappearance is part of a broader list of unsolved missing persons cases from the area, and anyone with information is urged to contact the San Antonio Police Department.

Last Seen: Mar 2, 1986

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — San Antonio, Texas
UP138984 • Found Jan 31, 2025
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 57–70 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 39 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9"–6'2" vs 6'1"–6'3"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas - unidentified case UP68050
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP68050 • Found Jul 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 33 years after last seen
Height 75%5'6"–6'1" vs 6'1"–6'3"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP68077 • Found Jul 10, 2019
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%8 mi away, same county
TimingFound 33 years after last seen
Height 75%5'8"–6'4" vs 6'1"–6'3"
75%Possible
John Doe — San Antonio, Texas
UP10147 • Found Dec 29, 2006
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 52 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"–6'3"
Weight 92%152 lb vs 180–220 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 0%Blue 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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