Joshua David Best, 36, of Palm Springs, California, was reported missing after last being seen by his employer on September 11, 2000. His family found his car parked near the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway that same day, but his plans and movements after he left work were unclear.

Search teams and volunteers searched the San Jacinto Mountains. Bloodhounds could not pick up a scent in the foothills but did register a scent in the Long Valley area when taken up the tramway. On September 24 Best’s brother-in-law found his wallet near Leatherneck Ridge along with a tramway receipt dated September 9, the last day he had been seen. Footprints believed to match his size 13 shoes were also noted, but no further significant evidence was recovered.

Searches continued through late September across steep, rugged terrain before being called off. Best has not been located and his fate remains unknown. If anyone has information about Joshua’s movements around September 9–11, 2000, please come forward.