
The person at the center of this case
Chang Hyon Cho
Justice for Chang Hyon Cho — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Why did Chang leave his assisted living facility, and in which direction did he travel from Ventura Boulevard?
Were there any staff members or residents who interacted with Chang on the evening of March 27, or noticed any unusual behavior?
Given his potential disorientation and non-verbal communication, could he have sought shelter nearby or been assisted by someone who did not realize he was missing?
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 canvassing his facility and the surrounding Ventura Boulevard area, no trace has been found; anyone with information is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
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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.
Chang Hyon Cho was last seen at approximately 8:30 pm at his Senior Assisted Living facility on Ventura Boulevard in Encino, CA.
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