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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP86963) and 2 other sources
In the quiet community of Culpeper, Virginia, a family was forever changed when 17-year-old Male Alexander Perez Mendez was last seen at his residence on Friday, December 3, 2021. The young man, a Hispanic/Latino male with black hair and brown eyes, vanished, leaving behind a void of information and a family desperate for answers. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being between 5'3' and 6'3' in height and weighing between 100 and 107 pounds. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain largely unknown, adding to the distress of his loved ones.

The days following his last sighting were filled with uncertainty as his family and local law enforcement began their search. The Culpeper Police Department opened an investigation into his case, but details about what may have led to his disappearance have not been made public. There is no information available regarding the clothing he was wearing at the time he went missing or any personal items he may have taken with him. The lack of specific details has made the search for answers even more challenging for investigators and his family.

As time continues to pass, the case of Alexander Perez Mendez remains unresolved. The initial urgency of the search has transitioned into a prolonged period of waiting and hoping for any new information that might shed light on his whereabouts. The overview of this case is one of quiet disappearance, with a young man seemingly vanishing from his home without a clear explanation. The absence of significant leads or public updates has left a painful and lingering uncertainty for everyone involved. The investigation remains open, a somber testament to a family's enduring hope for the safe return of their son.

Last Seen: Dec 3, 2021

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Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

81%Moderate
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland - unidentified case UP117344
John Doe — Bowie, Maryland
UP117344 • Found Sep 8, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 19–39 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 82%74 mi away
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'3" vs 4'5"–5'3"
Weight 79%128 lb vs 100–107 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — Hyattsville, Maryland
UP122057 • Found Aug 20, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 19–99 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%66 mi away
TimingFound 21 months after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 4'5"–5'3"
Weight 70%133 lb vs 100–107 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Hyattsville, Maryland
UP121990 • Found Apr 24, 2023
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 18–23 vs 17 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%66 mi away
TimingFound 17 months after last seen

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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