The Disappearance of Ernest Amaro

On the evening of Friday, April 18, 2025, 62-year-old Ernest Amaro was last seen leaving his home on Perlita Drive in East Austin around 5:00 p.m. This area, situated between Loyola Lane and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, is part of a quiet residential neighborhood. Amaro was reported missing shortly thereafter, prompting concern from both his family and local authorities. 

Physical Description and Health Concerns

Ernest Amaro is described as a Hispanic male, standing 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing approximately 155 pounds. He has black and gray hair, a gray mustache and beard, and brown eyes. Notably, he has a tattoo on his right shoulder that reads "NETO," which may be a nickname or term of endearment. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing an orange University of Texas shirt, black shorts, a gray hat, dark sneakers with white soles, and a black knee brace. He was also carrying a dark gray backpack. 

Authorities have expressed particular concern for Amaro's well-being due to unspecified health issues. While specific medical conditions have not been disclosed, the presence of a knee brace and the emphasis on health concerns suggest that he may require medical attention. 

Community Involvement and Search Efforts

In the days following his disappearance, the Austin Police Department's Missing Persons Unit initiated search efforts and reached out to the public for assistance. Flyers with Amaro's description and photograph were distributed, and local media outlets covered the story to raise awareness. ...Read More