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Chang Hyon Cho
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Missing Person: Chang Hyon Cho
Justice for Chang Hyon Cho — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Why did Chang leave the facility on this particular evening? Was there a triggering event?
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Lead #2Have all nearby hospitals, shelters, and transit stations been checked given his potential disorientation?
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Lead #3What is Chang's medical history and current medications that may explain his condition?
Chang Hyon Cho, a 62-year-old male resident of a senior assisted living facility in Encino, California, disappeared on March 27, 2026, at approximately 8:30 pm. He may be disoriented, delusional, or non-verbal due to his medical condition, making him vulnerable. Despite thorough searches of his facility and surrounding area, his whereabouts remain unknown and anyone with information is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
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Los Angeles Police Department - Adult Missing Persons Unit
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Lead #4Did any staff or residents notice unusual behavior or comments from Chang in the days before his disappearance?
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NamUs case MP157581. Missing person: Chang Hyon Cho.
Last known contact: 2026-03-27 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. Circumstances: Chang Cho was last seen on March 27, 2026, at approximately 8:30 pm at his Senior Assisted Living facility located on Ventura Blvd in Encino, CA.
Chang's room, the entire building, and the immediate area of Ventura Blvd were canvassed and were met with negative results. The missing individual is at risk and he may be disoriented and/or delusional.
His speech may be slurred or he may be non-verbal. Demographics: 62 years, Male, Asian.
Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 145 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Brown. Investigating agency: Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit | 26060910 | 2026-03-27.
Timeline of Events
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2026-03-27
20:30Last Seen at Facility
Chang Hyon Cho was last seen at approximately 8:30 pm at his Senior Assisted Living facility on Ventura Blvd in Encino, CA.
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Case Information
Incident:March 27, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Last Updated:May 20, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:March 27, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Last Updated:May 20, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8772755273
You can remain anonymous