The person at the center of this case
Javier Florenzio Rivera
Missing Person · Open
38 years waiting · since 1988
Missing Person: Javier Florenzio Rivera
Justice for Javier Florenzio Rivera — the trail went cold in 1988, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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evidence
Lead #1What was Javier wearing when he disappeared - light gray t-shirt, black stone washed jeans, and white tennis shoes - and could these distinctive items help identify him if spotted?
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witness
Lead #2Who was with Javier on October 12, 1988 and what were the circumstances of his disappearance?
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clue
Lead #3Why has there been no trace of Javier for over three decades, and what could have happened in the hours and days following his last sighting?
Javier Florenzio Rivera, a 22-year-old Hispanic male, disappeared on October 12, 1988 in Los Angeles, California. He was last seen wearing a light gray t-shirt, black stone washed jeans, and white tennis shoes. Despite decades of investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department, his whereabouts remain unknown and anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
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#2297
Los Angeles Police Department - Adult Missing Persons Unit
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NamUs case MP27924. Missing person: Javier Florenzio Rivera.
Last known contact: 1988-10-12 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. Circumstances: Javier was last seen on October 12, 1988 in Los Angeles, California.
Demographics: 22 years, Male, Hispanic / Latino. Physical description: 5 ft 6 in, 160 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Light gray t-shirt, black stone washed jeans.; Footwear: White tennis shoes.. Investigating agency: Los Angeles Police Department- Adult Missing Persons Unit | 88-0642889.
Timeline of Events
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1988-10-12
Last Seen
Javier Florenzio Rivera was last seen in Los Angeles, California on October 12, 1988. He was 22 years old at the time.
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 1988
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 1988
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 8772755273
You can remain anonymous