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Dennis Leiva Missing Person Case

Last seen in McAllen, Texas on Aug 9, 2018

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Victim Details

Sep 25, 2020

Apr 2, 2024

Dennis

Leiva

31

23

68 inches

175 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Aug 9, 2018

McAllen

Texas

Hidalgo County

Unknown

106012

Consulate of Honduras

McAllen

Texas

Hidalgo County

78501

1209 Galveston Avenue, Texas

9566271179

Other

Other

M.E.20-0087

Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office

na

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 5, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP73967) and 1 other source
Dennis Leiva, a 23-year-old male, was last seen on August 9, 2018, near McAllen, Texas. Since his disappearance, there has been limited information regarding the circumstances surrounding his case. He is described as Hispanic, 5'8" in height, weighing approximately 175 pounds, with black hair. His disappearance remains unsolved, and law enforcement agencies continue to investigate, seeking assistance from the public for any information that could provide leads.

The Texas Department of Public Safety has listed Dennis in their missing persons database, encouraging anyone with information to contact the authorities. His family and investigators remain hopeful for new developments, but no major breakthroughs have been reported thus far.
Last Seen: Aug 9, 2018

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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 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%167 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Texas
    UP76887 • Found Jan 10, 2019
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 19–29 vs 23
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'8"
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Pharr, Texas
    UP104060 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–32 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%192 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP89106 • Found Sep 7, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–38 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'8"
    79%Possible
    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 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%43 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP97762 • Found Jun 24, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 28–49 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP107455 • Found Aug 8, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%7 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 34%109 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Texas
    UP90092 • Found Jan 27, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 26–41 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 87%57 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'2"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP136377 • Found Oct 29, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 23 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 90%149 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Mission, Texas
    UP122149 • Found Apr 26, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 65%Est. 12–20 vs 23 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 86%205 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    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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