Javier Cervantez-Ramirez, 30, was last seen on December 15, 2016, after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border on foot near McAllen, Texas. Family members lost contact with him following the crossing, and authorities have classified his case as a missing person investigation.

He is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, about 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Despite efforts by law enforcement and his family, no significant leads have emerged and the circumstances of his crossing are considered potentially important to understanding what happened.

Anyone who was in the McAllen area on or around December 15, 2016, or who has information about Javier’s crossing or movements after that day is asked to come forward to assist the investigation.