Richard John Malten, a 64-year-old man with a heart condition requiring a pacemaker, was last seen in July 2011 while camping in Inyo County, California. His disappearance has left investigators with few clues, and the circumstances surrounding his case remain unclear.
Malten had been camping near McGee Creek, a remote area west of Bishop, California. He was reported missing by his ex-wife in October 2011, after Forest Service workers discovered his maroon 2001 Jeep abandoned near the creek. The vehicle had been parked in the same location for a significant period, raising concerns for Malten's welfare.
At the time of his disappearance, Malten was described as a white male, standing 5'8" tall and weighing 144 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Despite search efforts in the rugged terrain surrounding McGee Creek, no trace of Malten has ever been found. The Inyo County Sheriff's Department investigated his disappearance, but the case has since gone cold with no significant leads to indicate his whereabouts or what may have happened to him. His case is classified as an endangered missing person due to his medical condition.
Last Seen: Jul 01, 2011
