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Efren Ramirez Sandoval, a 24-year-old Hispanic male, went missing on January 10, 1993, from San Diego, California. His disappearance is classified as a suspected accident. At the time of his disappearance, Sandoval was described as being between 5'4" and 5'7" tall and weighing between 145 and 165 pounds. He has black hair, brown eyes, a scar over his right eye, and a tattoo on his left inner arm. He may also use the alias Efren Sandoval Ramirez.

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Last Seen: Jan 10, 1993
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Victim Details

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Efren

Ramirez Sandoval

24

24

5'4 - 5'7 inches

145 lbs

Hispanic

Male

Sandoval was last seen at the U.S./Mexico border at San Diego, California on January 10, 1993. He was attempting to swim across the Tijuana River when he was swept away by the currents and disappeared. His body has never been recovered, but he is presumed to have drowned.

Jan 10, 1993

San Diego

California

San Diego

8

San Diego Police Departmen

619-531-2277

01/25/2026