Benjamin Smith, 24, of Tijeras, New Mexico, was last seen on July 4, 2017. He was staying with the mother of a deceased friend and, after spending the afternoon eating and drinking, left the house about 4 p.m. for a short walk to a nearby park. He had plans to attend a baseball game and watch fireworks that night but never returned.

Ben left without his cell phone or most personal belongings; he may have taken his wallet and EBT card. Crucially, he left behind medication for a life-threatening condition that he usually carried, prompting concern that he could be in danger. Searches in areas around David Canyon and the Cibola National Forest have produced no significant leads and the case remains open.

Anyone who knew Benjamin, saw him on July 4, 2017, or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department.