Introduction

In September 2022, the close-knit community of Gallup, New Mexico, was shaken by the disappearance of 74-year-old Leonard Tso, a respected member of the Navajo Nation. Known affectionately by his nickname "Watch It Boy," Tso's sudden absence has left a void in the hearts of his family and friends. Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement and the community, his whereabouts remain unknown, highlighting the challenges faced in missing persons cases within Indigenous communities.

Background

Leonard Tso was last seen in Gallup, New Mexico, on September 1, 2022. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a 74-year-old Native American male, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall, with gray or silver hair and brown eyes. He is also known by the alias "Watch It Boy." His case is registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under case number MP100643....Read More