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Ruben Herrera

Missing
Case Description
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Ruben Humberto Herrera, a 14-year-old boy, disappeared on April 27, 1983, in El Paso, Texas. Ruben left his home that morning to walk to Eastwood Heights Elementary School but never arrived. His disappearance quickly raised suspicions of foul play, as shortly after, his maternal uncle received a ransom call demanding $300,000 for Ruben’s safe return. The caller used personal nicknames, indicating familiarity with the family, and arranged a drop-off, though no contact with the kidnappers was ma ...Read More
Last Seen: Apr 27, 1983
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  • Have you seen this child? Ruben Humberto Herrera - MissingKids.org
  • Ruben Humberto Herrera - The Charley Project
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    Victim Details

    Nov 30, 2010

    Aug 09, 2023

    Ruben

    Herrera

    55

    14

    56 inches

    58 inches

    95 lbs

    105 lbs

    Hispanic / Latino

    Male

    Apr 27, 1983

    El Paso

    Texas

    El Paso County

    79925

    27225

    El Paso Police Department

    El Paso

    Texas

    ,

    01360217

    El Paso Police Department

    Brown

    Brown

    Brown

    No

    01/22/2026


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    12/11/2023
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