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Joseph Lawrence Scott Missing Person Case

Last seen in Pala, California on Nov 04, 2009

Victim Details

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Joseph

Lawrence Scott

65

49

5'10 - 6'2 inches

140 lbs

Native American

Male

Nov 04, 2009

Pala

California

Pala

San Diego County Sheriff's Departmen

858-974-2143

06/28/2026

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Joseph Lawrence Scott, a 49-year-old man, was last seen in Pala, California, in November 2009. There are conflicting dates regarding his last sighting, with some sources indicating November 4, 2009, while others state November 1, 2009. A member of the San Luiseno Indian tribe, Scott was also known by the nickname "Pookie" and sometimes used the last name "Hawk". He was known to frequent casinos in both San Diego and Riverside counties and primarily used a bicycle for transpor ...
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Last Seen: Nov 04, 2009

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