Ronald Dean La Valley, a 20-year-old male, went missing on January 7, 1988, from Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz County, California. He was last seen by his roommates, who later reported him missing. Ronald, who was also known by the nickname "Ronnie," was described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He had distinguishing features such as a scar on his right cheek and a pierced left ear.
Ronald's case has remained unsolved for many years, and his father has expressed concerns that foul play may have been involved in his disappearance. Despite the passage of time, there have been no significant developments in the investigation. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Department continues to seek information, with dental records and DNA available to aid in identifying Ronald if new evidence arises.
His case remains active, with authorities encouraging anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to come forward. Ronald's disappearance, like many other cold cases, has left his family and community searching for answers decades after he was last seen.Last Seen: Jan 7, 1988
