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Abel Ajanel Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Oct 4, 2017

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Victim Details

Feb 6, 2020

Feb 6, 2020

Abel

Ajanel

57

48

62 inches

140 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Oct 4, 2017

Houston

Texas

Harris County

No

74341

Houston Police Department

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77048

Darrin Buse

Detective

1

8300 Mykawa, Texas

8323941872

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.houstonpolice.org/

1267949-17

Oct 6, 2017

Houston Police Department

8292

Black

Brown

Brown

Sep 30, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP65058) and 1 other source
Abel Ajanel, a 48-year-old man, was last seen on October 4, 2017, in Houston, Texas. On the day of his disappearance, he left home to go to work but never returned. His family reported him missing, and since then, there have been no updates on his whereabouts. Abel is described as Hispanic, standing about 5'2" tall, weighing 140 pounds, with black hair.

His disappearance remains unresolved, and there has been little information regarding his case since his initial disappearance. Local authorities and missing persons organizations continue to seek information that could provide leads in the investigation. Abel's case, like many others, highlights the difficulties faced by families searching for missing loved ones. His case is registered in national missing persons databases, where any tips or information can be submitted to aid the ongoing investigation.
Last Seen: Oct 4, 2017

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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

    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
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP86312 • Found Sep 3, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%6 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
    79%Possible
    John Doe — Brookshire, Texas - unidentified case UP50197
    John Doe — Brookshire, Texas
    UP50197 • Found Oct 9, 2017
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 48
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 93%35 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 days after last seen
    Height 84%5'0" vs 5'2"
    Weight 66%103 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP108680 • Found Sep 1, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'2"
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP103957 • Found May 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 48 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'2"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP52754 • Found Jul 30, 2018
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 48
    Race 60%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'0" vs 5'2"
    Weight 76%109 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP93562
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP93562 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 72%Est. 58–72 vs 48 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"
    Weight 94%158 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP136468
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP136468 • Found Jan 10, 2025
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 58–72 vs 48 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'2"
    Weight 100%143 lb vs 140 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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