Joel Colmenero-Garcia, a 23-year-old man, went missing from Carrollton, Texas, on January 1, 1982. At the time of his disappearance, Joel was described as a Hispanic male, standing between 5'5" and 5'6", and weighing approximately 130 to 170 pounds. He had sandy-colored hair and hazel eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and despite efforts by law enforcement and the community, little information has surfaced over the years to provide answers
about his fate.
Joel's case is classified as a missing person, and his disappearance has perplexed investigators for decades. No significant leads have been made public, and he has not been seen or heard from since that New Year's Day. His case continues to be handled by the Carrollton Police Department, and it is listed on multiple missing person databases, including NamUs, as unresolved. Authorities and family members are still seeking any information that could help shed light on what happened to Joel Colmenero-Garcia.
Despite the passage of time, cases like Joel’s remain critical for communities and law enforcement, who encourage anyone with knowledge or potential tips to come forward. His case is a haunting reminder of the many unsolved missing person cases from decades past that continue to await answers.Last Seen: Jan 1, 1982
