Thomas James was 41 when he was last seen on June 18, 1998, in Los Angeles. He lived with his mother in the Los Feliz district and had worked for 15 years as a tram driver at Universal Studios, earning recognition including an Employee of the Year award. Two weeks after he disappeared, his 1997 Nissan was found abandoned and unlocked in Burbank on July 1, 1998—notable because he normally used a steering wheel lock.

When James vanished he left behind his wallet, credit cards, driver’s license, passport, and cash; he may have taken an ATM card. A newspaper with apartment rental listings had been circled, suggesting he was looking to move closer to work. The circumstances were uncharacteristic and remain unexplained.

If anyone knew Thomas, saw his Nissan in late June or early July 1998, or has information about his apartment search, please share what is known.