Jeffrey Askren, 30, was reported missing on May 1, 1984, after he failed to arrive at work in Santa Clara, California. His red 1978 Honda Accord was found parked on Winton Road, east of West Point in Calaveras County; the car had been seen in that area as early as April 25, 1984. Askren had made overnight reservations at an inn in Sutter Creek for April 23 but never checked in.

Askren was described as having red hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 9 inches and weighing 150 pounds. Camera equipment was in the vehicle, but only a tripod and a lens cover were found near the car, and searches of the snow-covered terrain turned up no footprints or other physical evidence. Because the location was close to the Wilseyville serial killings site, investigators considered a possible connection, but his remains were not identified among those recovered there. No arrests or confirmed suspects have been announced.

Anyone with information about Jeffreys movements in late April 1984 or who may have seen his Honda on Winton Road is asked to contact the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Anonymous Tip Line.