Jose Bladimar Espinoza was 22 when he vanished from Los Angeles on April 13, 1977. He was driving a red 1974 Ford with license plate 253LAD and was last seen wearing a light blue suit and matching pants. Espinoza stood 5 feet 6 inches and weighed about 140–145 pounds; distinctive physical details include an appendectomy scar and small lumps on his shoulder.

The disappearance is considered suspicious and Espinoza is listed as an endangered missing person. Few details about where he went or what happened that day have emerged despite investigative efforts by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. His family and investigators continue to seek information.

If anyone remembers Jose, the red Ford, or has any information about his whereabouts in April 1977, please contact law enforcement.