Human remains found near Manor confirmed to be missing Round Rock man

AUSTIN, Texas - Human remains found near Manor Friday morning have been confirmed to be that of missing man Christopher Thomas Branham. 

The Round Rock Police Department shared the information on a tweet on Friday, July 31. Officers responded to see if there is any relation to a missing person case they have been investigating since the end of June. 

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At the beginning of July, the Round Rock Police Department asked for the public's assistance in the search for a missing man. Branham was last seen on June 23 at the Red Roof Inn at 1990 North IH-35, according to police.  He was last seen wearing jeans, a t-shirt, and laced-up shoes.

Round Rock Police confirmed Saturday that the remains were those of Branham. 

Christopher Thomas Branham (Round Rock Police)

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Patrick Turck at PTurck@roundrocktexas.gov or 512-218-7048. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by clicking here.