Mariano Martinez Palomino was 16 when he ran away from a juvenile receiving home in El Centro, California. He was last seen on August 25, 2008, after being placed in the facility by the U.S. Border Patrol following detention. Reports say he was likely trying to return to Mexicali, Mexico, but there is no confirmed information about his whereabouts since he left the home.

At the time he disappeared Mariano was described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 8 inches tall, about 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing tan clothing, including a tan shirt and tan pants. The case remains unresolved and investigators continue to seek leads.

If anyone knew Mariano, saw him around El Centro in late August 2008, or has information about attempts to travel to Mexicali, please share what you know.