Benjamin Salazar Puebla, a 31-year-old man, was last seen on August 23, 2009, near Carrizo Springs, Texas. At the time of his disappearance, Puebla was 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighed approximately 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He is identified as being of Hispanic ethnicity. Distinguishing marks include a scar and a heart-shaped tattoo on his left hand.
Puebla was in the company of a group of migrants and a guide, with whom he was attempting to cross the border. The group reportedly left him behind in the vicinity of Carrizo Springs. He has not been seen or heard from since that day. The circumstances surrounding why he was left behind remain unclear as few details are available in his case.
The Los Angeles Police Department is the investigating agency for this missing person case. His date of birth is listed as February 16, 1978.
Last Seen: Aug 23, 2009
