On December 31, 2006, 20-year-old Ruben Garza was last seen in Delano, California, as he departed a residence on Teresa Court around 9:00 a.m.. He was reportedly on his way to visit friends in the neighboring Tulare County. Garza, a Hispanic male, stood at 5'3" and weighed approximately 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He is also identified by the nickname "Little ET" and has multiple tattoos on both of his arms.
Several days after he was last seen, Garza's vehicle was discovered abandoned on Avenue 16, situated between Delano and Earlimart, which was on the route to his friends' home. The circumstances surrounding the discovery of the vehicle have not been widely publicized. Since his disappearance, there has been no contact from Garza, and his case remains an active investigation with the Delano Police Department.
The case of Ruben Garza is classified as an endangered missing person, and it remains unsolved. The California Department of Justice lists his case and encourages anyone with information to contact the Delano Police Department at 721-3377, referencing case number DG0700039. Over the years, there have been few public updates on the investigation into his disappearance, leaving his family and community without answers.
Last Seen: Dec 31, 2006
