
The person at the center of this case
Patrick Breen
Justice for Patrick Breen — the trail went cold in 2023, but the truth hasn't.
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What happened between July 11 and October 21, 2023 that caused Patrick to go missing again?
Why was Patrick at Gold Fields in July, and does this location have significance to his habits or associations?
Who last saw Patrick in October 2023, and what were the circumstances of his disappearance?
Patrick Breen, a 24-year-old white male, was reported missing from Santa Cruz, California on January 27, 2023, after his mother lost contact with him. He was briefly located by the Department of Parks and Recreation at Gold Fields on July 11, 2023, but went missing again, prompting his mother to file another report on October 21, 2023. The circumstances of his disappearances and current whereabouts remain unclear, and investigators are seeking information about his movements and activities.
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Has Patrick made any phone calls, financial transactions, or social media activity since October 2023?
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NamUs case MP131760. Missing person: Patrick Breen.
Last known contact: 2023-07-11 in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA. Circumstances: Patrick was reported missing by his mother who had not been in contact with her since 1/27/23.
Patrick was initially reported missing on 1/27/23, and was located by Department of Parks Recreation Gold Fields on 7/11/23. His mother called again on 10/21/23 to report Patrick missing.
Demographics: 24 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 9 in, 160 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Santa Cruz Police Department | 23S-05997 | 2023-10-21.
Patrick Breen reported missing by his mother after losing contact with him
Patrick was located by Department of Parks and Recreation at Gold Fields
Patrick's mother called again to report him missing
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