The person at the center of this case
James Homer Wright
Missing Person · Open
37 years waiting · since 1988
Missing Person: James Homer Wright
Justice for James Homer Wright — the trail went cold in 1988, but the truth hasn't.
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location
Lead #1What specific gas station was James heading to, and did anyone see him en route?
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witness
Lead #2Did anyone at or near the gas station see James arrive or pass by on his bicycle?
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vehicle
Lead #3What happened to James's bicycle—was it ever recovered?
James Homer Wright, a 19-year-old American Indian male, disappeared on November 23, 1988, after leaving a family member's residence on Redding's westside on his bicycle, stating he was going to a nearby gas station. He never returned home and has not been seen or heard from in over three decades. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unknown, and investigators continue seeking information about his whereabouts or what may have happened to him.
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clue
Lead #4Why did James disappear without contact for over 35 years—was he a runaway, victim of foul play, or accident?
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NamUs case MP150830. Missing person: James Homer Wright.
Last known contact: 1988-11-23 in Redding, Shasta, CA. Circumstances: James was last seen leaving a family member's residence on the westside of Redding on his bicycle and stated he was going to the nearby gas station, but never returned home.
He has not been seen or heard from since. Demographics: 19 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 5 ft 4 in, 160 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Dark colored clothing; Other: Bicycle.
Investigating agency: Redding Police Department | RPD25-011176.
Timeline of Events
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1988-11-23
James Wright goes missing
James left a family member's residence on the westside of Redding on his bicycle, stating he was going to a nearby gas station, but never returned home.
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Case Information
Incident:November 23, 1988
Last Updated:May 22, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:November 23, 1988
Last Updated:May 22, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5302254200
You can remain anonymous