Weak signal — significant differences were noted, or insufficient data was available to draw reliable comparisons.
This comparison is supported by comprehensive data on both cases, including location, demographics, and dates.
Geographic Analysis
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Significant distance
Cases are approximately 1,562 miles apart. This large geographic gap is a notable concern for this match.
Timeline Analysis
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Timeline strongly aligns
Remains were discovered 17 days after the disappearance. Decomposing remains suggest days to weeks since death. This interval aligns well with decomposing remains.
Physical Analysis
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Physical descriptors largely inconsistent
Only 1 of 5 comparable attributes align. Significant physical differences were noted. Inconsistent: age, weight, hair color, eye color.
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Missing Person
Memphis, Tennessee
Feb 4, 2026
Unidentified Remains
National City, California
Feb 21, 2026
1,562 miles apart
Notable Concerns
⚠Age ranges do not overlap
⚠Weights differ by 29 lbs (threshold: 22 lbs)
Base Case
Physical Description
Sex
Male
Race
Black / African American
Age
15
Height
5′ 8″
Weight
140 lbs
Hair
Black
Eyes
Brown
Clothing
**** known to be armed ****
Timeline
Last Seen
Feb 4, 2026
Reported
Feb 12, 2026
Locations
Last Seen
Memphis, Tennessee
Narrative
Cortez Brittman has been missing since February 4, 2026, when he was dropped off at his grandmother's house. Cortez may be in possession of a firearm with a switch attachment. Cortez left his grandmother's house with Christie Henderson, who is also entered into NamUs under MP156624.
Matched Case
Physical Description
Sex
Male
Race
Black / African American
Age
35–50
Height
5′ 5″
Weight
111 lbs
Hair
Unknown
Eyes
Unknown
Condition
Not recognizable - Charred/burned
Timeline
Date Found
Feb 21, 2026
Locations
Found
National City, California
Narrative
The decedent was a male of unknown residence. On the late evening hours of 02/20/2026 the decedent was seen walking to a dumpster enclosure in a small business plaza in National City. In the early morning of 02/21/2026, an individual called 911 to report flames coming from the dumpster enclosure, and law enforcement and emergency medical services responded and extinguished the fire. The decedent's charred remains were located lying supine in the area with no identifying documents around.
