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Ruben Saenz Missing Person Case

Last seen in Kalalau, Hawaii on Jun 21, 1989

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In the late spring of 1989, Ruben A. Saenz, a 31-year-old man from Encinitas, California, embarked on a journey of self-discovery to the beautiful and remote landscapes of Hawaii. His father later recounted that Ruben was 'trying to find himself.' This quest for personal insight led him to the island of Kauai, where he spent time in Hanalei and was drawn to the rugged and isolated beauty of the Kalalau Valley. Known for his quiet and religious nature, and a deep concern for the environment, the ...Read More
Last Seen: Jun 21, 1989

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    Victim Details

    Sep 09, 2019

    Jan 14, 2021

    Ruben

    Saenz

    67

    31

    70 inches

    155 lbs

    160 lbs

    Hispanic / Latino

    Male

    Jun 21, 1989

    Kalalau

    Hawaii

    Kauai County

    96754

    Yes

    61163

    Kauai Police Department

    Lihue

    Hawaii

    Kauai County

    96766

    Jessica Fletcher

    Investigative Support Clerk

    3990 Kaana Street, Hawaii

    8082411711

    Local

    Law Enforcement

    https://www.kauai.gov/police

    P-8899

    1989-06-21

    Kauai Police Department

    9786

    Black

    Other

    Other

    05/23/2026


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    Forum Posts (2)

    Did anyone hear the recent story about Ruben Saenz's possible sighting in 1991? It's baffling to thi... ...Read More
    12/21/2024
    Does anyone else find it odd that Ruben Saenz went missing right in the middle of his journey to "fi... ...Read More
    09/09/2023

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