James Z. Kravets, 53, of Fairfax, California, went missing on August 18, 2020. An experienced hiker who knew the Lagunitas area well, he was last seen in Fairfax and his silver 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe was later found abandoned on West Cintura Avenue in Lagunitas. Authorities have classified him as endangered missing and consider him at risk.

Kravets had a background in local journalism and was well known in the West Marin community. Despite extensive search efforts, no trace of him has been found and there is no conclusive evidence about what happened. The Fairfax Police Department and Marin County Sheriff’s Office continue to seek information.

If anyone in Fairfax or Lagunitas remembers seeing James, his car, or anything unusual around August 18, 2020, please contact investigators with tips.