Jose Herrera Avila was 40 when he was last seen in Gainesville, Texas, on July 19, 2008. He contacted his family that day, but after that call he was never heard from again and his whereabouts remain unknown. The case is classified as endangered missing.

Herrera is described with black hair and brown eyes, standing between 5 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 7 inches and weighing about 140 to 165 pounds. Distinguishing marks included chickenpox scars on his leg, arm, and left cheek, plus scars on his right forearm, wrist, and ankle. He may have been wearing a cream-colored shirt, light-colored pants, and black shoes, and possibly carrying a card with a cross and stones.

Local authorities, including the Gainesville Police Department, say there have been no significant leads and the case remains open. If anyone knew Jose, saw him around Gainesville after July 19, 2008, or has relevant information, please contact the authorities.