Name: Juan Antonio Merlos
Age: 36 years old
Last Seen: August 21, 2024
Location: Anthony, New Mexico
Status: Still missing
Case Information
36 year old Juan Merlos was last seen in Anthony, Mexico on August 21, 2024. He disappeared after leaving his home in Cut and Shoot, Texas, the previous day.
Background
At the time of his disappearance, Juan was living in Cut and Shoot, Texas, a city about 40 miles north of Houston. Juan is a Marine Veteran who suffers from PTSD, and may be in danger or in need of assistance.
Juan’s youngest sister, Karen, died in a car crash a few weeks prior to his disappearance. His brother, Oscar, was diagnosed with stage tree kidney cancer two days later. His loved ones say it’s uncharacteristic of him to go missing.
Disappearance
On August 20, 2024, Juan Merlos was last seen at his home in Cut and Shoot, Texas around 4:00 pm. Juan’s truck was spotted in Segovia, Texas later that day.
At 2:59 am on August 21, 2024, Juan’s truck was captured entering Antony, New Mexico. It is unknown what his destination was.
Juan drives a blue 2009 Chevrolet Silverado truck with Texas plate number RRB5140. Authorities confirmed that Juan’s truck never crossed into Mexico.
Appearance
Juan has dark brown hair, hazel eyes, stands 5’10 tall, and weighs 170 pounds. He has a large skull tattoo with a butterfly on his right forearm.
Clothing & Accessories:
Juan was last seen wearing a black shirt, black pants, and tennis shoes.
Investigating Agency
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Juan Merlos please contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office at (936) 760-5800, or Texas EquuSearch at (281) 309-9500.
Resources & Further Information
Juan Antonio Merlos – NamUs
Juan Merlos – Texas EquuSearch
Montgomery County Marine Veteran Missing Near Texas-Mexico Border – Click2Houston
Marine Goes Missing Just Weeks After Sister’s Tragic Death – WFMY
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