Jose Sandoval-Rodriguez was 19 when he disappeared while swimming at Ocean Beach in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area on August 1, 2017. He was last seen wearing only black shorts when a powerful wave swept him out to sea.

Despite rescue efforts and subsequent searches, his body was never recovered and he is classified as lost/injured missing and is presumed to have drowned. The case remains open and the Golden Gate National Recreation Park Police have encouraged anyone with information to come forward. His family continues to hope for closure.

If anyone was at Ocean Beach that day or has information about Jose’s disappearance, please share what you know.