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Raul Meraz Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Sep 23, 2018

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Victim Details

Jun 18, 2019

Dec 3, 2019

Raul

Meraz

63

55

68 inches

160 lbs

170 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Sep 23, 2018

Houston

Texas

Harris County

No

55937

Houston Police Department

Houston

Texas

Harris County

77048

Darrin Buse

Detective

1

8300 Mykawa, Texas

8323941872

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.houstonpolice.org/

1227317-18

Sep 28, 2018

Houston Police Department

9348

Black

Green

Green

No

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP58118) and 2 other sources
Raul Gonzalez Meraz, a 55-year-old man, was last seen on September 23, 2018, in Houston, Texas. He left his home in the 6200 block of Thrush Drive around 11:00 a.m., intending to go to work. However, he never returned, and in a troubling development, his residence was found set on fire after he went missing. Despite an active investigation, few details about the circumstances of his disappearance have been made public, and foul play is strongly suspected.

Meraz is described as 5'8", 170 pounds, with black hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing a green shirt and blue pants. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Houston Police Department to aid in the investigation, which remains unsolved.

Given the suspicious nature of the case, family members and investigators continue to search for leads. His case remains open, with hopes that new information will come to light.
Last Seen: Sep 23, 2018

Links to Additional Sources (2)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP58118 | NamUs
  • Raul Gonzalez Meraz - The Charley Project

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

    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 — Houston, Texas
    UP103957 • Found May 27, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP86759 • Found Sep 8, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP96127 • Found Mar 27, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–6'1" vs 5'8"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP108680 • Found Sep 1, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 55 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 68%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP91236
    John Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP91236 • Found May 8, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%2 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%158 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Black
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Green
    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 100%Est. 58–72 vs 55 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 99%143 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Green

    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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