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 was the specific gas station James intended to visit, and did anyone see him arrive or attempt to arrive there?
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witness
Lead #2Were there any witnesses who saw James on his bicycle that day between the residence and the gas station?
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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 unclear, and investigators seek any information about his whereabouts or what may have happened that day.
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clue
Lead #4Why did James disappear without any contact with family for over 30 years? Was there foul play or did he voluntarily leave?
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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
Last Seen
James Homer Wright last seen leaving family member's residence on westside of Redding on his bicycle, stating he was going to a nearby gas station. Never returned home.
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Case Information
Incident:November 23, 1988
Last Updated:June 2, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:November 23, 1988
Last Updated:June 2, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5302254200
You can remain anonymous