Rafael Chavez Gonzalez, a 65-year-old man, was last seen on October 23, 2013, in the Nipomo Mesa area of San Luis Obispo, California. At the time of his disappearance, Gonzalez was a transient who frequently moved between the Oceano and Nipomo areas. Despite his transient lifestyle, he regularly visited his family to shower and eat. On the day he was last seen, he was in the vicinity of Highway 1 and Calendar Road. He was wearing a light blue shirt with dark-colored stripes, a tan Dickies sweatshirt, blue jeans, and dark-colored shoes. He was also possibly carrying a blue cloth Walmart shopping bag with personal belongings. Gonzalez’s left arm had been amputated, making him more easily identifiable.
No further contact has been made since his disappearance, and despite search efforts, his whereabouts remain unknown. His family reported him missing, and the San Luis Obispo Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the case. Few details have emerged regarding the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
Last Seen: Oct 23, 2013
