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Richard John Malten Missing Person Case

Last seen in Inyo County, California on Jul 01, 2011

Victim Details

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Richard

John Malten

79

64

5'8 inches

144 lbs

White

Male

Jul 01, 2011

Inyo County

California

Inyo County

Inyo County Sheriff's Departmen

460-878-0383

07/03/2026

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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 c ...
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Last Seen: Jul 01, 2011

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  • Richard John Malten | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Richard John Malten - The Charley Project
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