Dimitri Lee Perez, 24, disappeared from Leakey, Texas, after leaving his residence on foot between about 6 and 9 AM on April 14, 2022. He was seen that morning walking toward his mother’s home on North Saddle Mountain and later along Little Dry Frio Road. An unconfirmed sighting occurred three days later near the intersection of Highway 83 and Ranch Road 1051, a remote area.

His disappearance was reported to the Real County Sheriff’s Office on April 16, 2022, by his mother, Brandi Pichardo, and his sister. Dimitri had recently returned to Leakey after the birth of his daughter in 2021, enjoyed nature, and normally communicated plans with family. He left behind personal belongings, including his vehicle and the glasses he needs, and made no contact after the last confirmed sighting.

Extensive searches by Texas EquuSearch and local volunteers have not produced significant leads. His family has held fundraisers and offered a reward; the case remains unsolved. If anyone saw Dimitri or was in the Little Dry Frio Road or Highway 83/Ranch Road 1051 area in mid-April 2022, please share what you know.