Thomas James Missing Person Case

Thomas James, a 41-year-old man, was last seen on June 18, 1998, in Los Angeles, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was living with his mother in the Los Feliz district and had been employed as a tram driver at Universal Studios for 15 years. Known as a dedicated employee, he had received accolades for his work, including an "Employee of the Year" award.

On the day he went missing, James's 1997 Nissan was discovered abandoned in Burbank, California, on July 1, 1998—two weeks after he was last seen. His vehicle was found unlocked, which was unusual since he typically used a steering wheel lock for security. When he disappeared, James left behind his wallet, credit cards, driver's license, passport, and cash, but he may have taken his ATM card. He had also circled some apartment rental listings in a newspaper, indicating that he was searching for a new place to live closer to his workplace.

The circumstances of his disappearance are concerning, as it was uncharacteristic for him to leave without notice. His case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information regarding his whereabouts.
Last Seen: Jun 18, 1998

Thomas James - The Charley Project

Tram Driver Disappearance Probed - Los Angeles Times

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