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Rafael Escobar Jr., aged 18, was last seen on November 30, 1976, at St. Michael's Home for Children in Staten Island, New York. A resident of the home since he was 13 after his mother abandoned his family, Escobar was officially old enough to leave the institution. However, he chose to remain due to his deteriorating mental health and fear of the future. Escobar had been deeply affected by his mother's departure, leading to a nervous breakdown at 13 and subsequent stays in psychiatric hospitals. ...Read More
Last Seen: Nov 30, 1976
Victim Details

Jan 27, 2026

Jan 27, 2026

Rafael

Escobar Jr.

18

18

Unknown inches

Hispanic

Male

Nov 30, 1976

Staten Island

New York

Staten Island

New York Police Department

01/27/2026