Hector Matute-Romero

Missing
Case Description
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Was visiting an establishment on Junction Rd. in east Durham when someone told the victim to come outside and he was never seen again. It is unknown if he got into a vehicle, left on foot, or was taken against his will. Also, Mr. Matute-Romero goes by the nickname of "Coostom."
Last Seen: Aug 16, 2021
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    Victim Details

    Oct 15, 2021

    Oct 15, 2021

    Hector

    Matute-Romero

    25

    22

    69 inches

    150 lbs

    160 lbs

    Hispanic / Latino

    Male

    Aug 16, 2021

    Durham

    North Carolina

    Durham County

    27703

    No

    108230

    Durham Police Department

    Durham

    North Carolina

    Durham County

    27701

    Gregory Novotny

    Police Corporal

    602 East Main Street, North Carolina

    9195604600

    County

    Law Enforcement

    http://durhamnc.gov/149/Police-Department

    21-027151

    2021-08-16

    Durham Police Department

    Black

    Brown

    Brown

    09/30/2024


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    Does anyone know if there is any DNA evidence in the Hector case? I'm curious to learn more about th... ...Read More
    07/11/2024
    I am devastated to hear about the disappearance of Hector. I knew him personally and I am heartbroke... ...Read More
    03/15/2024
    I am devastated to hear that Hector is missing. He was a kind and generous person, and I considered ... ...Read More
    12/12/2023
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