Joel Colmenero-Garcia was 23 when he disappeared from Carrollton, Texas, on January 1, 1982. He is described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 5 inches to 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing about 130 to 170 pounds, with sandy-colored hair and hazel eyes.

The circumstances of his disappearance are unclear. He has not been seen or heard from since that New Year’s Day, and no significant public leads have been reported. The Carrollton Police Department continues to handle the case, which remains listed on missing person databases including NamUs.

Anyone who knew Joel, his routines, associates, or movements in Carrollton around January 1, 1982, is asked to contact the Carrollton Police Department with information.